IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:     Building Principal

SALARY RANGE:       Teacher Contract
 
CONTRACT LENGTH:    School Year
 

DUTIES: A qualified teaching candidate will provide instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs. This teacher monitors student growth using the 8 step process, is competent using data collection models to assess and track student growth, and is able to integrate technology and the arts into instructional plans.  The teacher candidate will be an effective classroom manager, able to collaborate with teachers, work actively with students and parents and communicate academic necessities for student growth. Other duties which will be assessed include:

• Use of multiple sources of data collection including the 8-step process, Acuity, and fluency testing to inform instructional decisions.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
• Develop daily effective lesson plans and complete reflections on a daily/weekly basis.
• Structure the classroom environment to maintain student interest and engagement.
• Maintain professional responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating the process of learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Indiana Teaching License and must be Highly Qualified
• Bachelor's of Degree in Elementary/Secondary Education or related field
• Prefer experience in the grade/content level during the past 3 years
• Must not currently be on a Performance Improvement Plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Must be able to work regularly scheduled hours.
• Must be able to handle stress.

COMPENSATION: 

Starting salary in the Empowerment Zone is the highest in the St. Joseph County area, and will be $44,880 for SY22-23. Compensation increases with experience, and education. For example, a teacher with 4 years of experience can earn $45,800, a teacher with 8 years of experience can earn $50,800. 

There are also several stipends that staff are eligible for:

• ENL certified teachers who are using their certification in classroom teaching receive a $5,000 stipend.
• Teachers with 12 or more years of experience receive a $5,000 stipend.

Moreover, there are additional stipends for staff that participate on various teacher leadership teams. 

Additional Information: To learn more about the Empowerment Zone, our impact, and what we offer staff, visit www.sbezone.org/careers.

*This position is subject to grant funding.