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:  

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.