Middle Grades ELA Teacher

Herron Classical Schools•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Middle Grades ELA Teacher advances Herron Preparatory Academy’s mission and core values by providing scholars with a quality classical education that supports academic achievement and character development. The teacher builds respectful, trusting relationships with scholars, families, and staff; sets clear academic and behavioral expectations; plans engaging lessons; evaluates student performance and adapts instruction; and models the HPA Habits. Teachers help scholars progress toward mastery of grade-level standards and strong behavioral expectations. HPA has added 8th grade to its expanding middle grades model, where scholars rotate through departmentalized classrooms. The position begins at the start of January 2027. The contract year includes 180 instructional days and up to 10 professional development days. The teacher also attends designated meetings and professional development, including the annual Symposium, and evening events such as Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, and Open Houses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Indiana teacher license.
Strong understanding of child development, pedagogy, and content.
Demonstrated track record of student performance in the classroom.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience.
Training or experience in classical education.
Experience teaching with the school curriculum aligned to the role.
EL certification or endorsement.
Track record of student achievement in middle school or late elementary math, science, or humanities areas.

Responsibilities

Meet and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and consistent with Herron’s Core Values and Herron Prep’s vision for student culture.
Work with scholars to set, support, and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.
Use varied instructional techniques and media to differentiate instruction, address student needs, and support college readiness as measured by ILEARN proficiency.
Participate in grade-level meetings and use student data to inform instruction.
Regularly evaluate student progress and collaborate with colleagues to adjust instruction in response to student needs.
Take reasonable precautions to protect scholars, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Help uphold and enforce school rules and policies.
Maintain open communication with scholars and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
Attend scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings, and other sessions required by school and executive leadership, including the annual Symposium.
Attend evening events, including Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, and Open Houses.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Nurture positive relationships with colleagues and demonstrate respect for them.
Support organizational decisions, policy, and administrative directives, and work as a team player.
Handle sensitive issues tactfully and professionally.
Demonstrate commitment to the diversity and inclusion statement.