Irvington Community Schools
About Irvington Community Schools
ICS’s three campuses feature small community schools. This intimate learning environment enhances our ability to provide differentiated instruction and innovative programming in delivering outstanding educational services, while making a positive lifelong impact on our students’ intellectual, emotional, and civic development.
At the heart of our schools is a strong community/neighborhood focus.‑ICS employees have an evident love of children and for the mission of K-12 urban education. Building strong relationships between students and staff is at the heart of our work and is a key factor in our success.
ICS has consistently been one of the highest performing charter schools in the state of Indiana and traditionally outperforms area school districts; further, ICS is ranked in the top tier of academic performance among the charter schools in the portfolio of the Indianapolis Mayor’s Office of Education Innovation (OEI).
Purpose Of Position/Summary Provides rigorous differentiated instruction based on the Indiana state standards in licensed content areas.
Role Expectations (How We Measure Success)
Gives timely academic feedback to students in the form of written/verbal comments and grades
Actively participates in TAP teacher evaluation system
Uses formative, summative, and standardized assessments to inform instruction
Seeks to improve performance through professional development
Maintains valid Indiana teaching license
Keeps accurate grade and attendance records
Independently and effectively uses assigned prep time
Builds a classroom culture that fosters belongingness and safety for students
Communicates consistently and frequently with parents/guardians
Actively seeks out help when needed
Adequately prepares for absences by leaving clear lesson plans and explanation of expectations for guest teachers
Consistently applies all student safety and discipline policies in classroom and school building
Essential Responsibilities/Activities
Provides data-informed lesson plans and instruction using Indiana state standards as the guide
Builds effective relationships with teachers, students and staff
Engages in school positive behavior incentive system (PBIS), discipline matrix, and restorative practices
Exhibits professional habits including: attire, timeliness, attendance, and communication
Fulfill non-academic responsibilities including: lunch coverage, hallway monitor, arrival/dismissal supervision
Is involved in school community through participation in clubs, sports, tutoring, and other activities
Strives to work and live by The Irvington Way
Skills And Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in education required
Valid Indiana teaching license required
Strong technology skills, competent in the use of Google applications
Flexible mindset with the willingness to adapt quickly to change
Comfortable speaking in front of students in a classroom setting
Willingness to follow classroom discipline policies and procedures
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At the heart of our schools is a strong community/neighborhood focus.‑ICS employees have an evident love of children and for the mission of K-12 urban education. Building strong relationships between students and staff is at the heart of our work and is a key factor in our success.
ICS has consistently been one of the highest performing charter schools in the state of Indiana and traditionally outperforms area school districts; further, ICS is ranked in the top tier of academic performance among the charter schools in the portfolio of the Indianapolis Mayor’s Office of Education Innovation (OEI).
Purpose Of Position/Summary Provides rigorous differentiated instruction based on the Indiana state standards in licensed content areas.
Role Expectations (How We Measure Success)
Gives timely academic feedback to students in the form of written/verbal comments and grades
Actively participates in TAP teacher evaluation system
Uses formative, summative, and standardized assessments to inform instruction
Seeks to improve performance through professional development
Maintains valid Indiana teaching license
Keeps accurate grade and attendance records
Independently and effectively uses assigned prep time
Builds a classroom culture that fosters belongingness and safety for students
Communicates consistently and frequently with parents/guardians
Actively seeks out help when needed
Adequately prepares for absences by leaving clear lesson plans and explanation of expectations for guest teachers
Consistently applies all student safety and discipline policies in classroom and school building
Essential Responsibilities/Activities
Provides data-informed lesson plans and instruction using Indiana state standards as the guide
Builds effective relationships with teachers, students and staff
Engages in school positive behavior incentive system (PBIS), discipline matrix, and restorative practices
Exhibits professional habits including: attire, timeliness, attendance, and communication
Fulfill non-academic responsibilities including: lunch coverage, hallway monitor, arrival/dismissal supervision
Is involved in school community through participation in clubs, sports, tutoring, and other activities
Strives to work and live by The Irvington Way
Skills And Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in education required
Valid Indiana teaching license required
Strong technology skills, competent in the use of Google applications
Flexible mindset with the willingness to adapt quickly to change
Comfortable speaking in front of students in a classroom setting
Willingness to follow classroom discipline policies and procedures
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