Middle School Social Studies Teacher

MATCHBOOK LEARNING

Wendell Phillips School 63  |  Indianapolis, Indiana

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Middle School — Departmentalized Social Studies

1 Position Available  |  Salary Range: $51,500 - $83,000.00  |  Full-Time

  

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.

  

We are seeking a Middle School Social Studies Teacher to join our departmentalized middle school team, assigned to one grade level — either 6th, 7th, or 8th grade — determined collaboratively based on the candidate's strengths and best fit. This is a content-focused role for someone who knows social studies — or is strong enough in social studies to be coached to teach it exceptionally well.

 

You do not need years of classroom experience. What you do need is solid social studies content knowledge, the ability to internalize provided curriculum, and a genuine willingness to be coached on delivery. Savvas is our primary curriculum and you will be fully equipped to teach it. Our students made significant gains in social studies this last school year. You will help continue that trajectory.

  

• Teach social studies to one assigned middle school grade level (6th, 7th, or 8th — placement determined collaboratively based on best fit)
• Deliver instruction using Savvas social studies curriculum with 100% fidelity — all materials are provided
• Use data to inform daily and weekly instruction
• Participate in weekly/bi-weekly data cycles — always know exactly where students are and what they need next
• Implement SIOP-aligned strategies to support Multilingual Learners in all social studies instruction
• Conduct student conferencing to build individual relationships and academic accountability
• Maintain a structured, high-expectation classroom environment using PBIS systems
• Actively participate in coaching cycles, walkthroughs, and professional development
• Communicate proactively with families about student progress
• Collaborate with social studies and flex teachers, instructional coaches, and school leadership to support student growth

  

Required:

• Bachelor's degree — a background in social studies, history, geography or a quantitative field is strongly preferred
• Strong social studies content knowledge at the middle school level
• Valid Indiana teaching license OR enrolled in / willing to enroll in a state-approved transition-to-teaching program
• Genuine growth mindset and openness to coaching and instructional feedback
• Commitment to high expectations for all students, including students with high needs

 

Preferred:

• Prior experience teaching or tutoring social studies at the middle or high school level
• Familiarity with IXL, or similar platforms
• Experience working with Multilingual Learners or students with learning differences
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

  

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

  

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.

    

• 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

 

 

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.