Middle School Teacher Jobs in Indiana
Middle School Teacher jobs in Indiana are in steady demand, with the heaviest hiring concentrated in public school districts and charter networks serving Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend. Large systems such as Indianapolis Public Schools, MSD of Wayne Township, and Fort Wayne Community Schools maintain consistent year-round openings at both early-career and experienced levels. The most sought-after specialties are math, science, and special education, where Indiana districts routinely struggle to fill positions. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL
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Date Posted:
9/14/2026
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Location:
Perry Meridian Middle School
Special Education Teacher - Part Time
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Develop lesson plans utilizing the NIET Best Practice Instructional Rubric to ensure effective instruction and participate in Cluster professional development in order to grow as a professional educator.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Pay Rates
PEA certified position.
Work Schedule
Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical RequirementPercentage of Time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.Very Frequent
Ability to lift 25 pounds.Seldom
Ability to carry 25 pounds.Occasional
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.Very Frequent
Ability to operate job-related equipment.Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions.Very Frequent
License/ Registration/ Certification- Indiana Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
- Indiana Teaching License in discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Education- BA degree in Special Education.
Experience- Previous experience is preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt-
Position Type:
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Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/TEACHER - MIDDLE SCHOOL
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Date Posted:
9/14/2026
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Location:
Perry Meridian Middle School
Special Education Teacher - Part Time
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Develop lesson plans utilizing the NIET Best Practice Instructional Rubric to ensure effective instruction and participate in Cluster professional development in order to grow as a professional educator.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Pay Rates
PEA certified position.
Work Schedule
Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teacher's Contract.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%
Physical RequirementPercentage of Time
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.Very Frequent
Ability to lift 25 pounds.Seldom
Ability to carry 25 pounds.Occasional
Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.Very Frequent
Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter.Very Frequent
Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation.Very Frequent
Ability to operate job-related equipment.Very Frequent
Ability to reach in all directions.Very Frequent
License/ Registration/ Certification- Indiana Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
- Indiana Teaching License in discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Education- BA degree in Special Education.
Experience- Previous experience is preferred.
FLSA Status: Exempt-
Position Type:
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Middle School Teacher Job Market in Indiana
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in middle school teacher jobs across Indiana.
- Active Indiana teaching license issued by the Indiana Department of Education
- Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-area field relevant to middle school
- Completed student teaching or supervised clinical practice in a middle school setting
- Subject-area endorsement aligned to the grade band and content you will teach
- Cleared background check meeting Indiana's educator licensure requirements
- Proficiency with classroom management and differentiated instruction for grades six through eight
Middle School Teacher Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a middle school teacher in Indiana?
You earn an Indiana teaching license through the Indiana Department of Education by completing a state-approved teacher preparation program, which includes a bachelor's degree and a supervised student teaching placement. You must also pass the required Praxis or Indiana CORE assessments for your content area and grade band. Once your coursework and exams are complete, you apply directly through the Indiana Educator Licensing portal to receive your initial practitioner license.
Which companies hire middle school teachers in Indiana?
Indiana middle school teacher roles are posted by School City of Hammond, Paramount Schools of Excellence, and Connections Education and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Indiana's largest urban and suburban public school districts account for the majority of consistent openings, alongside a growing number of public charter networks operating in Indianapolis and Gary.
Which Indiana cities have the most middle school teacher jobs?
Indianapolis, Hammond, and Gary are the Indiana cities with the most middle school teacher openings. Indianapolis drives the largest share because of its size and the multiple independent school districts and charter networks within Marion County, while Fort Wayne and South Bend anchor demand in their regions as the population and economic centers of northeast and north-central Indiana respectively.
Are there remote middle school teacher jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Middle school teaching is fundamentally an in-person role, so most positions require daily classroom presence. About 67% of middle school teacher openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those postings are almost exclusively for fully online charter schools or virtual academy programs rather than traditional district positions.
How can I get hired as a middle school teacher in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a student teacher or paraprofessional role within a large Indiana district while you complete your preparation program. Indianapolis Public Schools and Fort Wayne Community Schools both hire instructional aides and paraprofessionals who can transition into licensed teaching roles once credentialed. Indiana also offers an Adjunct Permit and a Transition to Teaching pathway for career changers with subject-area expertise, giving candidates a way to enter classrooms before completing a full preparation program. Building a portfolio of lesson plans and earning your Indiana CORE content exam certification early gives you a clear edge over other new applicants.
Where can I find and apply to middle school teacher jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to middle school teacher jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your license, subject area, and preferred location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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