May 26, 2026 SCHOOL

CITY OF EAST CHICAGO 2026-2027

School Year

POSITION

Pre K-12 Teachers (s)

LOCATION

District Wide

REPORTS TO

Building Principal Job Goal:

To create a flexible elementary grade program and/or high school, a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. To establish effective rapport with pupils. To motivate pupils to develop skills, attitude and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability. To establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors of Arts Degree Valid Indiana Teaching Certification Duties and Responsibilities:

Assure compliance with all State Department laws and all Board of Education policies and regulations of the Superintendent relating to transportation Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences Assess and modify instruction for students not mastering state and local standards Determine accommodations and methods of teaching and grading a student's progress Experience in Skyward student management Provide consultation to colleagues when needed Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences and etc Established and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth; keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student's work Collaborate with teachers serving students with disabilities: co-planning, team teaching Share resources for the benefit of each child 19. Must possess written communication skills, including the ability to draft, edit, and proofread emails, as well as reading comprehension to respond to those emails. 20.Performs other related duties, as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school duties Working Conditions and Physical Environment Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; hear and understand speech at normal levels; physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds; to bend, to stoop, to sit on the floor, to climb stairs, to walk and to reach overhead This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Pre K-12 Teacher will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or appropriate administrator. School City of East Chicago reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time. This position is union and it does not require bonding.

Salary:

Commensurate by Experience and Education Competitive package provided

Start Date:

2026-2027

School Year Application Deadline:

OPEN until filled Please submit a letter of interest and credentials/resume to: Human Resource School City of East Chicago 1401 East 144th Street East Chicago, IN 46312 HumanResources@ecps.org Complete an application on the School City of East Chicago's website @ www.scec.k12.in.us

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