9th Grade English Teacher; Founding Faculty

Position: 9th Grade English Teacher (Founding Faculty)
About Legal Prep

Legal Prep Charter Academy is a free, open-enrollment public charter school with a unique law-themed, college-preparatory model designed to prepare students from traditionally underserved communities for success in college, careers, and civic leadership. Founded in Chicago in 2012, Legal Prep integrates rigorous academics with real-world professional experiences, including law courses at every grade level and monthly skills-based programming with legal and business partners.

In Fall 2026, Legal Prep will open its first Indianapolis campus, launching with 6th and 9th grades and growing into a full 6-12 school. Our founding faculty will play a critical role in shaping the culture, systems, and academic excellence of the school from day one.

Position Overview

Legal Prep is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven 9th Grade English Teacher to join our founding team. Ninth grade is a critical entry point into high school, and this teacher will play a central role in building strong literacy foundations, analytical writing skills, and academic habits that prepare students for advanced coursework and college.

The ideal candidate believes deeply in high expectations, restorative practices, and culturally responsive teaching. This teacher will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction while helping build the academic identity of the school during its founding year.

Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

* Teach 9th Grade English aligned to Indiana Academic Standards.

* Develop and deliver engaging lessons focused on close reading, analytical writing, academic discussion, and evidence-based argumentation.

* Integrate legal themes, civic literacy, and real-world texts where appropriate.

* Use formative and summative data to adjust instruction and support student growth.

* Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and support interdisciplinary learning.

Advisory & Student Support

* Serve as an advisory teacher for a cohort of students.

* Build strong relationships with students and families.

* Communicate regularly regarding academic progress and behavioral expectations.

Culture & Founding Responsibilities

* Uphold Legal Prep's culture of high expectations and restorative practices.

* Implement consistent classroom management systems aligned to school wide expectations.

* Participate in professional development, data meetings, and family engagement events.

* Support student recruitment and founding-year initiatives.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required.

* Valid Indiana teaching license in English/Language Arts (or ability to obtain prior to start date).

* Experience teaching high school English preferred.

* Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.

* Commitment to serving students from historically underserved communities.

* Belief in structured, high-expectations, college-preparatory environments.

* Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Why Join Legal Prep Indianapolis?

* Be part of a founding faculty team shaping a new 6-12 charter school.

* Work in a mission-driven, college-preparatory environment.

* Collaborate with a supportive and ambitious leadership team.

* Help build a culture that blends rigor, relationships, and real-world learning.

* Opportunity for leadership growth as the school expands.

* Health Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* Paid Time Off

* Retirement Plan

* Flexible Spending Acount

* Parental Leave

* Professional Development Assistance

* Employee Assistance Program