Elementary Teachers

Job Title

The purpose of this applicant pool is to gather applications from qualified candidates for the 2026-27 school year. School sites and grade levels are unknown at this time. As positions become available, applications will be screened and interviews will be conducted. This applicant pool will remain active for the entire school year or until all anticipated vacancies have been filled.

Assignment Category: 1.0

Education Required Level: Bachelor's Degree, minimum

General Purpose

To plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Develop course syllabi and lesson plans

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences

Collaborate with department to provide consistent and sequenced educational experiences aligned to appropriate state standards

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Prepare classroom for class activities

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities

Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment

Use relevant technology to support instruction

Observe and evaluate student's performance and development

Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments

Provide appropriate feedback on work

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students

Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development

Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations

Prepare required reports on students and activities

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures

Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school

Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary

Establish positive relationships with students by counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement

Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations

Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs

Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution

Meet professional teacher education requirements of Michigan City Area Schools and State of Indiana

Possess or be eligible for Indiana certification

Relevant teaching or student teaching experience

Salary and Benefits

Payment Type: Salary, per MCEA Agreement

Benefits: Comprehensive medical, annuity contribution, ITRF, life insurance

The Michigan City Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information, which are classes protected by Federal and/or State law (collectively, "Protected Classes"). This includes the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off Corporation grounds or outside the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs and activities, affecting the Corporation's environment. For further information, clarification, or complaint, please contact the MCAS School Administration, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io for Title IX (gender equity related issues); or Special Education Director, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io for Section 504 (non-discrimination/disability issues and Americans with Disabilities). Any other information concerning the above policies may be obtained by contacting the Superintendent, Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, 408 S. Carroll Ave., Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io.