High School English Teacher

Position Type:High School Teaching/EnglishDate Posted:3/18/2026Location:North Central High SchoolDate Available:08/04/2026The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.JOB DETAILSJob TitleHigh School English TeacherQualifications Profile (Licensure)This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of EducationEducationCandidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of IndianaLocationNorth Central High SchoolPosition Start Date8/4/2026Work ScheduleFull-TimeCalendar Length185 day contractFLSA ClassificationSalaried, ExemptSalary/Hourly RateThe teacher salary schedule is based on teaching experience and starts at Bachelor's $53,000/Master's $54,000 with 0 years of experience.BenefitsBenefits are effective 1st of the month following the first day of employment.Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.msdwt.k12.in.us/benefitsJOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTSPosition Purpose / DescriptionThe Teacher is responsible for teaching groups of students in a classroom setting, based on a curriculum and supported by instructional materials. The Teacher is responsible for developing daily lesson plans to ensure that the Teacher covers the curricular content in a timely manner throughout the semester or school year. The Teacher uses various instructional methods and techniques to meet the unique needs of the individual students and to assess their learning; the Teacher modifies instruction, re-teaches and remediates to ensure the students' success.Essential FunctionsPlan, prepare, and deliver standards-aligned instruction that meets the diverse learning needs of students in assigned subject area(s)Assess, monitor, and document student progress through multiple measures, maintaining accurate records and providing timely feedback to students and familiesEstablish and maintain a positive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, social-emotional development, and academic achievementCollaborate with colleagues, administrators, support staff, and caregivers to support student learningAdditional DutiesSupervise students during non-instructional time, including hallway transitions, lunch periods, or assigned duties before and after schoolMaintain classroom materials and technologySubmit required documentation in a timely mannerPerform other duties as assigned by building administrationKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDeep content knowledge in assigned subject area(s) and understanding of adolescent development and evidence-based instructional practicesAbility to differentiate instruction for students with varying academic levels, English language learners, students with disabilities, and other diverse learnersEffective written and verbal communication skills with students, families, and colleagues, maintaining professional standardsProficiency with instructional technology, learning management systems, and data analysis tools to enhance instruction and track student outcomesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTPERCENT OF TIMESeldom = Less than 25%Occasional = 26 to 50%Often = 51 to 75%Very Frequent = 76% and aboveAbility to stand for extended periods of timeOftenAbility to carry 25 poundsOccasionalAmount to lift 25 poundsOccasionalAmount of force to push/pull up to 25poundsSeldomAbility to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurationsVery FrequentAbility to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matterVery FrequentAbility to hear and understand speech at normal levelsVery FrequentAbility to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversationVery FrequentAbility to operate office equipmentVery FrequentAbility to reach in all directionsVery FrequentClimbingSeldomOverhead workSeldomCONTACT INFORMATIONGreg Lineweaver, Department Chairglineweaver@msdwt.k12.in.usThe Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.Attachment(s):HS English Teacher Job Description Template .pdf