Social-Emotional Learning; SEL Teacher​/Counselor; Founding Faculty

Position: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Teacher / Counselor (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 founding Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Teacher / Counselor to support the academic, behavioral, and emotional development of 9th grade students.

This unique hybrid role will:

* Teach a structured Social-Emotional Learning course for part of the day, and

* Provide individual and small-group counseling support for students during the remainder of the day.

This role is central to Legal Prep's trauma-informed, restorative model and will help ensure students develop the resilience, self-awareness, and conflict resolution skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

Responsibilities

SEL Instruction

* Teach 9th Grade SEL courses focused on study skills, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, perseverance, and goal-setting.

* Deliver curriculum aligned to trauma-informed and restorative practices.

* Support students in developing executive functioning and academic habits.

Counseling & Student Support

* Provide individual and small-group counseling services.

* Support crisis intervention and behavior support planning.

* Partner with families regarding student social-emotional needs.

* Collaborate with school leadership on restorative practices and discipline systems.

School wide Impact

* Support implementation of restorative practices.

* Contribute to a positive, structured school culture.

* Participate in student support team meetings and data reviews.

Qualifications

* Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, School Psychology, or related field.

* Valid Indiana license (School Counselor, LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent).

* Experience working with adolescents in school settings preferred.

* Strong background in trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches.

* Ability to build trust with students and families.

* Commitment to serving students from historically underserved communities.

* Spanish language proficiency is strongly preferred.

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