1st Grade Teacher

MATCHBOOK LEARNING Wendell Phillips School 63 | Indianapolis, IndianaFirst Grade Teacher 2 Positions Available | Salary: $51,500 - $83,000 | Full-TimeOur VisionAt Matchbook Learning, our vision is simple: every child is known, loved, and flourishing. We are a tuition-free public charter school proudly rooted in the Haughville neighborhood of Indianapolis, serving K–8 students at Wendell Phillips School 63. Our students come with high needs and extraordinary potential — and our staff shows up every day to meet both.Half of our student population are Multilingual Learners. We serve students with a wide range of learning needs and we are proud to be in this community. You will be surrounded by a visible, supportive administration, a strong instructional coaching team, a dedicated MLL director, a large restorative team, and colleagues who put kids first.About This RoleWe are hiring two passionate First Grade teachers to join our elementary team. You will build the foundational academic and social-emotional skills that define a student's relationship with school — delivering 100% of your instruction using provided, standards-aligned curriculum so your energy goes into knowing your students and executing with excellence.Our first grade classrooms are joyful, high-expectation environments. You will be fully supported by coaches, a visible administration, and a team of dedicated teachers who love this work.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver daily ELA and Math instruction using school-adopted curriculum with 100% fidelityUse assessment data from weekly/bi-weekly data cycles to drive instruction and small-group workImplement SIOP-aligned instructional strategies to support Multilingual LearnersConduct regular student conferencing to know each child as an individual learnerMaintain a structured, positive classroom using school-wide PBIS systemsActively participate in coaching cycles, feedback sessions, and professional developmentBuild proactive, authentic relationships with families through consistent communicationCollaborate with restorative team, MLL director, SPED staff, and intervention teachersSupport morning circles (launching 2026–2027) and school-wide culture initiativesMaintain accurate student records and enter grades in a timely mannerQualificationsRequired:Bachelor's degree in any fieldValid Indiana teaching license OR enrolled in / willing to enroll in a state-approved transition-to- teaching programGenuine growth mindset and openness to coaching and feedbackCommitment to equity, high expectations, and serving students with high needsPreferred:Prior experience working with elementary-aged studentsExperience or coursework in early literacy, phonics, or reading instructionBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusProfessional Development & SupportMatchbook Learning invests deeply in its teachers. Our professional development is intentional, ongoing, and directly connected to what happens in classrooms every day. You will receive:Weekly or bi-weekly data cycles — every teacher always knows exactly where students are and what comes nextStructured coaching and feedback from instructional coaches and a highly visible administrationSIOP-aligned training to effectively teach and support our large Multilingual Learner populationRobust bilingual support throughout the school — bilingual staff, resources, and systems to fully serve our Spanish-speaking students and familiesClassroom management systems, PBIS support, and positive behavior reinforcement frameworksStudent conferencing structures — building authentic relationships with every studentMorning circle coaching and support (K-8) launching 2026-2027PGP credits available for license renewalFull support for educators enrolled in, or willing to enroll in, a state-approved transition-to-teaching programYou will not go it alone.Our leadership and support structure includes:Assistant Principal of Academics & Tier 1 Instructional SystemsAssistant Principal of Student Supports & Tier 3 BehaviorTwo School CounselorsDirector of Competency-Based LearningData & Assessment CoordinatorDean of StudentsDedicated Restorative TeamMLL Director with dedicated ongoing language supportLarge bilingual staff throughout the building — a genuinely welcoming environment for Spanish- speaking students and familiesEngagement & Events CoordinatorInstructional Coaches embedded throughout the schoolTwo MLL Academic Specialists providing push-in support for Multilingual LearnersSpecial Education Coordinator and a large, dedicated Special Education teamInstructional Assistant dedicated to producing and collecting materials for teachersA Whole-Child SchoolAll students K–8 at Matchbook Learning receive Music, Physical Education, PLTW (Project Lead The Way), and College & Career Readiness classes as part of their school day. Our students graduate eighth grade having already chosen a career pathway — entering high school with purpose, direction, and skills ready for today's workforce.What We Offer✓ $51,500 starting salary (bachelor's degree) for first year teachers✓ PGP credits for license renewal✓ 5% 401(k) match — dollar for dollar, vested at 90 days✓ 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM school day✓ Health & dental insurance✓ Thanksgiving week fully off✓ Tuition reimbursement — up to $2,500 per semester✓ Fall, winter, spring & summer breaks✓ 10 PTO days (prorated if mid-year start)✓ Robust ongoing professional development✓ $1,500 perfect attendance bonus✓ Transition-to-teaching program supportWhat We Expect A genuine growth mindset — you welcome coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement100% curriculum fidelity — materials are provided. You internalize and execute them with excellence. You do not produce your own materials.Proactive, authentic family communication — you build real relationships with parents and guardiansReliability and attendance — your students and teammates count on youCommitment to knowing every student as an individualEnrolled in, or willingness to enroll in, a state-approved transition-to-teaching program if not yet fully licensedReady to Join the Matchbook Family? If you're ready to make an impact and grow in a supportive, mission-driven environment, we encourage you to apply:Matchbook Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all staff and students. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.Powered by JazzHR