Middle School Flex Teacher

MATCHBOOK LEARNING Wendell Phillips School 63 | Indianapolis, Indiana

Middle School Flex Teacher 4 Positions Available — Grades 5, 6, 7 & 8 (one per grade) | Salary: $51,500 - $83,000 | Full-Time

Our Vision

At Matchbook Learning, our vision is simple

every child is known, loved, and flourishing. We are a tuition-free public charter school proudly rooted in the Haughville neighborhood of Indianapolis, serving K–8 students at Wendell Phillips School 63. Our students come with high needs and extraordinary potential — and our staff shows up every day to meet both.

Half of our student population are Multilingual Learners. We serve students with a wide range of learning needs and we are proud to be in this community. You will be surrounded by a visible, supportive administration, a strong instructional coaching team, a dedicated MLL director, a large restorative team, and colleagues who put kids first.

About This Role

We are hiring four Middle School Flex Teachers — one at each grade level from 5th through 8th grade. This is a unique, high-impact role for educators who thrive on using data, reinforcing skills, and meeting students exactly where they are.

In the flex room, you will reinforce ELA writing skills using school-provided rubrics and materials, and math skills using Envision Math, Practice Buddy, and MathXL. Student data from these platforms is turned around quickly — your role is to target what the data tells you, track skill progression, and close gaps in real time.

This role is ideal for candidates with a background in science, social studies, ELA, or math who are willing and excited to step outside their primary content area. We will coach you completely. All materials are provided — you simply internalize them and execute with excellence.

Key Responsibilities Deliver ELA writing skill reinforcement using school-provided rubrics, writing frameworks, and materials — 100% curriculum fidelity Deliver math skill reinforcement using Envision Math, Practice Buddy, and MathXL platforms Analyze platform data regularly to identify which skills need targeting and reinforcement Track student skill progression in both ELA and math and communicate results to grade-level teachers Participate in weekly/bi-weekly data meetings to align flex instruction with core classroom priorities Implement SIOP-aligned strategies to support Multilingual Learners during all flex instruction Maintain a structured, positive environment using PBIS and restorative practices Participate in coaching cycles, professional development, and instructional feedback sessions Build relationships with students through conferencing and consistent daily presence Communicate with families and contribute to school-wide culture and competency structures

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in any field — science, social studies, math, and ELA backgrounds all strongly welcome Willingness to teach outside your primary content area — full coaching and support are provided Valid Indiana teaching license OR enrolled in / willing to enroll in a state-approved transition-to- teaching program Comfort with data and technology platforms (training provided)
• Genuine growth mindset and openness to coaching and feedback
• Preferred: Experience working with middle school-aged students Familiarity with Envision Math, MathXL, Practice Buddy, or similar platforms Experience in writing instruction, content-area literacy, or intervention Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Professional Development & Support

Matchbook Learning invests deeply in its teachers. Our professional development is intentional, ongoing, and directly connected to what happens in classrooms every day. You will receive: Weekly or bi-weekly data cycles — every teacher always knows exactly where students are and what comes next Structured coaching and feedback from instructional coaches and a highly visible administration SIOP-aligned training to effectively teach and support our large Multilingual Learner population Robust bilingual support throughout the school — bilingual staff, resources, and systems to fully serve our Spanish-speaking students and families Classroom management systems, PBIS support, and positive behavior reinforcement frameworks Student conferencing structures — building authentic relationships with every student Morning circle coaching and support (K-8) launching 2026-2027 PGP credits available for license renewal Full support for educators enrolled in, or willing to enroll in, a state-approved transition-to-teaching program

You will not go it alone.

Our leadership and support structure includes

Assistant Principal of Academics & Tier 1 Instructional Systems Assistant Principal of Student Supports & Tier 3 Behavior Two School Counselors Director of Competency-Based Learning Data & Assessment Coordinator Dean of Students Dedicated Restorative Team MLL Director with dedicated ongoing language support Large bilingual staff throughout the building — a genuinely welcoming environment for Spanish-speaking students and families Engagement & Events Coordinator Instructional Coaches embedded throughout the school Two MLL Academic Specialists providing push-in support for Multilingual Learners Special Education Coordinator and a large, dedicated Special Education team Instructional Assistant dedicated to producing and collecting materials for teachers A Whole-Child School

All students K–8 at Matchbook Learning receive Music, Physical Education, PLTW (Project Lead The Way), and College & Career Readiness classes as part of their school day. Our students graduate eighth grade having already chosen a career pathway — entering high school with purpose, direction, and skills ready for today's workforce.

What We Offer

✓ $51,500 starting salary (bachelor's degree) for first year teachers ✓ PGP credits for license renewal ✓ 5% 401(k) match — dollar for dollar, vested at 90 days ✓ 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM school day ✓ Health & dental insurance ✓ Thanksgiving week fully off ✓ Tuition reimbursement — up to $2,500 per semester ✓ Fall, winter, spring & summer breaks ✓ 10 PTO days (prorated if mid-year start) ✓ Robust ongoing professional development ✓ $1,500 perfect attendance bonus ✓ Transition-to-teaching program support

• What We Expect
• A genuine growth mindset — you welcome coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement
• 100% curriculum fidelity — materials are provided. You internalize and execute them with excellence. You do not produce your own materials.
• Proactive, authentic family communication — you build real relationships with parents and guardians
• Reliability and attendance — your students and teammates count on you
• Commitment to knowing every student as an individual
• Enrolled in, or willingness to enroll in, a state-approved transition-to-teaching program if not yet fully licensed

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply online through the Matchbook Learning careers page: www.matchbooklearning.com/join-our-team Matchbook Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all staff and students. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.