Middle School Science Teacher

Middle School Science Teacher Matchbook Learning at Wendell Phillips School 63

Indianapolis, Indiana | 2026–2027 School Year

At Matchbook Learning, we believe every child deserves to be known, challenged, supported, and inspired. We are a mission-driven, innovative charter management organization serving students and families in Indianapolis through two growing schools:
Matchbook Learning at Wendell Phillips School 63 (K–8) and The Match High School and Career Center.

Our mission is to personalize learning within a restorative community, fostering resilience, academic excellence, and real-world readiness for every student we serve.

Just as importantly, we believe teachers deserve strong support, meaningful collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. At Matchbook Learning, educators are not expected to work in isolation. Teachers receive instructional coaching, curriculum support, professional development, collaborative planning opportunities, and leadership that is committed to helping staff succeed.

We are building a school culture where:

• Students are held to high expectations and deeply supported
• Teachers are trusted as professionals
• Collaboration and relationships matter
• Innovation and growth are encouraged
• Staff members are valued as people first

We are currently seeking a passionate and student-centered Middle School Science Teacher to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year.

The Middle School Science Teacher will create a positive, engaging, and academically rigorous classroom environment where students are encouraged to explore, question, and think critically about the world around them. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for science instruction while helping students build curiosity, problem‑solving skills, and confidence as learners.

This teacher will deliver high-quality standards-aligned instruction, build strong relationships with students and families, and collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure all students experience growth and success.

The ideal candidate believes all students can achieve at high levels, values relationship-building, and thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven school environment.

• Plan and deliver engaging daily science instruction aligned to Indiana state standards
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to support diverse learners
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students at varying academic levels
• Create opportunities for hands‑on learning, inquiry, experimentation, and critical thinking
• Foster student curiosity and engagement through meaningful, relevant instruction

• Establish and maintain a structured, respectful, and positive classroom environment
• Build strong relationships with students while maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations
• Create a classroom culture where students feel safe, valued, and encouraged to take academic risks
• Utilize restorative and relationship-centered practices to support student development

• Monitor and assess student progress using formal and informal assessments
• Analyze student data to guide instructional decisions and interventions
• Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students and families
• Collaborate with interventionists, specialists, and support staff to ensure all students receive the support they need

• Partner with fellow teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, and support staff to improve student outcomes
• Maintain consistent communication with families through Parent Square, conferences, phone calls, and other communication methods
• Contribute positively to the overall school culture and professional community

• Participate in coaching, professional development, staff meetings, and collaborative planning
• Remain open to feedback and committed to continuous growth
• Support the mission, vision, and values of Matchbook Learning

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Science, or a related field
• Valid Indiana teaching license or eligible out-of-state…