2027-28 Upper Elementary ELA Teacher

POSITION OVERVIEW 

KIPP Indy Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Elementary School English Language Arts (ELA) Content Expert Teacher for grades 3-5 to lead literacy instruction for elementary students. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of foundational literacy skills, including phonics, reading comprehension, and writing, and will be committed to fostering a love of reading and writing in young learners. This teacher will play a critical role in helping students build essential literacy skills that form the foundation for academic success. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Implement engaging, standards-aligned ELA lessons for grades 3-5 that focus on foundational literacy skills, including phonics, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and writing. 

• Prepare students for the IREAD assessment by implementing targeted instruction and interventions that enhance reading proficiency and ensure all students meet the assessment requirements. (3rd Grade) 

• Implement differentiated instruction and age-appropriate interventions to support students at various stages of literacy development, including those who require additional support and enrichment. 

• Regularly assess student progress through formative and summative assessments, analyze data, and use results to tailor instruction and improve student outcomes. 

• Foster a love of reading and writing through engaging, creative lessons that capture students' interest and imagination, incorporating a variety of texts and genres. 

• Maintain high expectations for all students, regardless of their current literacy levels, and provide the necessary support to help them succeed. 

• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, collaboration, and risk-taking in learning. 

• Build strong relationships with students and families, communicating regularly about student progress and strategies for supporting literacy at home. 

• Collaborate with academic coaches and other teachers to align curriculum, improve instructional practices, and share best practices for literacy instruction. 

• Embrace feedback and work with academic coaches to continuously improve instructional strategies and professional development. 

• Take ownership of your professional growth by seeking learning opportunities and staying current with best practices in literacy education. 

• Participate actively in ongoing coaching, observation and feedback cycles, team learning, and required professional development; implement feedback and agreed-upon action steps to strengthen instructional practice. 

COMPETENCIES

• High expectations for student achievement, regardless of age or background. 

• Able to create an inclusive, supportive classroom environment. 

• Strong collaboration and communication skills, especially in building relationships with families and colleagues. 

• Demonstrates reliability, sound judgment, integrity, preparedness, and follow-through while meeting school and network expectations. 

• Actively engages in coaching, seeks and incorporates feedback, reflects on practice, and applies learning from professional development to improve student outcomes. 

EXPECTATIONS 

• Arrive at school by 8:10 a.m. 

• Attend professional development, including summer onboarding. 

• Track and analyze student data regularly and attend team meetings. 

• Fulfill all expectations outlined in the KIPP Employee Handbook.