English​/Language Arts Teacher

Are you looking for a more flexible teaching career than the traditional school setting? Do you enjoy being part of a supportive and mission-based community focused on enhancing generational impact? At the Excel Center West, school days are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Mondays through Thursdays are instructional and Fridays are flexible/preparatory days each week.

This position is located on the west side of Indianapolis, the general pay range is $48-$59K.

The English Instructor at the Excel Center implements and develops the Excel Center curriculum and supports the success of its students. The Instructor facilitates learning for students attending the Excel Center, meeting students where they are, and employing a student-centered approach to tailor instructional strategies to each student’s needs. Effective strategies include direct instruction, one‑on‑one instruction, seminars, self‑paced lessons, and online learning environments.

The Instructor uses high‑impact instructional practices and motivational techniques and works with the instructional team to meet educational goals, adhere to Indiana State Standards, and continuously improve curriculum and instruction.

• Designs and implements curricula and assessments that meet academic standards and measure progress towards student mastery of the Indiana Academic Standards, Common Core State Standards, and 21st Century Skills.
• Builds lessons around student needs, including online learning tools and content.
• Identifies and tracks relevant student/school data/staff performance to set improvement and/or achievement goals and to drive future evaluation and feedback.
• Builds solid relationships with students and communicates student progress effectively to students and colleagues.
• Communicates strengths and areas for improvement frequently and uses restorative approaches to resolve conflict.
• Develops personal professional/performance goals and action plans to reach goals.
• Reflects on prior goals and makes adjustments to professional practice and goals.
• Works directly with the school director to develop and implement school‑wide goals around graduation outcomes, enrollment needs, student achievement, retention, etc.
• Works with coaches and leadership staff to aid students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
• Assists staff with professional development, training, and goal setting.
• Sets and maintains a high‑performance culture for staff and students.
• Participates in student recruitment, enrollment, and outreach efforts.
• Supports the school community by attending events, outreach opportunities, etc.
• Performs other duties as needed that are assigned by school leadership.

• Degree and Credential Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in subject specialty and a current Indiana Teaching Certification in the subject specialty, or the willingness to obtain an emergency teaching license.
• Instructional Strategies: Employs various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct and engage students.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Articulates thoughts and expresses ideas effectively using oral, written, visual and non‑verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills.
• Information Monitoring/Reporting: Collects and reviews information to manage or improve the achievement of learning goals.
• Teamwork: Works well with others and makes valued contributions in a team setting.
• Adaptability: Maintains effectiveness during shifts in priorities.

• Industry Standards: Working knowledge of the Indiana Academic Standards, Common Core State Standards, and 21st Century Skills and disciplinary literacy.
• Teaching Expertise: Plans and delivers instruction and evaluation of student learning, ideally for high school‑age students in nontraditional or adult education settings.
• Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of G Suite, MS Office, and student information systems.

• Background Screening: All candidates must pass a pre‑employment background check.

• Continuing education and leadership development as well as tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Life, dental and vision insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability plans.
• Parental and sabbatical leaves.
• Nationally recognized preventive health and wellness program.
• Section 125 pretax health spending account, dependent care spending account, and premiums.
• Retention plan with generous match or contribution into Teachers’ Retirement Fund for eligible employees.
• Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.