*Elementary STEM Teacher*

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.

Are you passionate about teaching and learning? Are you motivated to make a positive impact in the lives of urban, working-class youth? If yes, this position with SmartStart Education is right for you!

About Us:

So, why choose SmartStart Education? SmartStart Education, LLC is an academic solutions company led by experienced educators. We provide educational staffing solutions for grades K-12. SmartStart partners with districts and schools to provide the best education professionals to fill long-term substitute and administrative staff vacancies.

The Job:

SmartStart Education seeks a long term substitute STEM teacher to work with students during several class periods per day. Students are from *Kindergarten through 6th Grade*. The teacher will work with each class several times throughout the week at a school in *Indianapolis, IN.*

Job Details:

*The teaching position is expected to begin August 18, 2025. The schedule will be 8:45 am through 4:15 pm Monday through Friday.* Applicants are encouraged to schedule interviews as soon as possible to allow ample time to complete onboarding steps. Failure to do so may result in a position being unavailable.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Instructional & Social Emotional Excellence

* Plan for and implement STEM curriculum during daily 30-60 minute blocks, supplementing and modifying curriculum to build towards problem-based learning experiences, teach and assess employability skills, and frequently and fluently to respond to student need * Plan weekly interdisciplinary problem-based learning experiences that incorporate authentic audiences and experiential learning in collaboration with Whole Child PBL Coach and general education teachers. * Create and maintain an environment conducive to safety and learning that promotes both intellectual growth and emotional well-being * Internalize and deliver rigorous, engaging lessons tailored to meet the diverse needs of all students * Implement evidence-based instructional strategies and apply neuroscience and mindfulness principles to support students' developmental needs

Data-Driven Practice

* Frequently assess and document student skills and growth across academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains * Utilize common assessments and shared data systems across the team to evaluate student learning and instructional effectiveness * Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student work and assessment data and plan targeted instructional adjustments

Communication & Collaboration

* Meet and communicate regularly with Whole Child team and grade level teams to collaboratively own student achievement * Participate in shared communication systems, including posting assignments and plans and inputting real-time data in a timely manner * Encourage meaningful family involvement in the educational process, including: * Contacting families weekly to maintain open communication channels * Arranging family conferences each grading period * Collaborate effectively with administration, student support staff, and all staff * Seek and utilize community resources to enhance instructional programming * Resolve conflicts promptly using reason and emotional intelligence, focusing on solutions rather than blame * Uphold school policies and procedures while contributing to a culture of excellence and accountability.

Professional Growth

* Attend and participate fully in all professional development opportunities * Solicit and respond to feedback to continuously improve instructional practice * Proactively communicate challenges with a solutions-mindset

Perform other duties as assigned.

*Qualifications*

If you believe that this position aligns with your qualifications and showcases your exceptional skills, we kindly request your confirmation regarding your ability to meet the following minimum requirements:

* Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any field is mandatory. \*\*\*Please note that applications with anticipated graduation dates will not be considered. * Demonstrated experience of at least one year in teaching or tutoring, either within a school environment or another educational setting. * *Must be willing and able to apply for and obtain an emergency teaching license in the state of Indiana. * * Comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges faced by urban students, schools, and communities, encompassing racial disparity, socio-economic disparity, and cultural disparity. * Mastery of elementary school K-6 General Education concepts and skills. * Display of genuine passion and unwavering commitment towards fostering the success of students. * Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required. * Exemplary punctuality, ensuring timely attendance and adherence to established schedules. * Proficiency in communication skills, enabling effective and articulate interaction with students, colleagues, and interested parties. * Ability to comfortably commute to the designated location.

If you are confident in meeting these minimal qualifications, we encourage you to proceed with your application.

*Pay Range:$28.25/hour to $31.08/hour paid out at a Daily Rate. *

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.25 - $31.08 per hour

Expected hours: 7.5 per week

Benefits: * Professional development assistance * Referral program

Ability to Commute: * Indianapolis, IN 46218 (Required)

Work Location: In person