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LOCATION
Indianapolis, IN
POSTED
30+ days ago
About Legal Prep
Legal Prep Charter Academy is a free open-enrollment public charter school with a unique law-themed college-preparatory model designed to prepare students from traditionally underserved communities for success in college careers and civic leadership. Founded in Chicago in 2012, Legal Prep integrates rigorous academics with real-world professional experiences, including law courses at every grade level and monthly skills-based programming with legal and business partners.
In Fall 2026, Legal Prep will open its first Indianapolis campus, launching with 6th and 9th grades and growing into a full 6-12 school. Our founding faculty will play a critical role in shaping the culture, systems, and academic excellence of the school from day one.
Position Overview
Legal Prep is seeking a mission-driven, dynamic 6th Grade Teacher to join our founding team. Sixth grade is a critical entry point into our middle school program, and teachers in this role will help students transition successfully to a rigorous, structured, and supportive academic environment.
The ideal candidate believes deeply in high expectations, restorative practices, and culturally responsive teaching. This teacher will deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction while helping build the schools culture and identity during its founding year.
Responsibilities
Teach one core subject area (ELA, Math, Science, or Social Studies) to 6th grade students.
Develop and deliver daily lesson plans aligned to Indiana Academic Standards.
Use formative and summative data to adjust instruction and support student growth.
Incorporate critical thinking, writing, discussion, and analytical skills into instruction.
Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and share best practices.
Advisory & Student Support
Serve as an advisory teacher for a cohort of students.
Build strong relationships with students and families.
Support students academic and social-emotional development.
Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress.
Culture & Community
Uphold and reinforce Legal Preps culture of high expectations and restorative practices.
Implement consistent classroom management systems aligned to schoolwide expectations.
Participate actively in professional development team meetings and school events.
Contribute to student recruitment and family engagement efforts as a founding faculty member.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree required.
Valid Indiana teaching license or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
Experience teaching middle school students preferred.
Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to serving students from historically underserved communities.
Belief in restorative practices and structured, high-expectations environments.
Willingness to contribute to a founding-year school environment.
Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
Why Join Legal Prep Indianapolis
Be part of a founding faculty team shaping a new 6-12 charter school.
Work in a mission-driven, college-preparatory environment.
Collaborate with a supportive and ambitious leadership team.
Help build a culture that blends rigor, relationships, and real-world learning.
Opportunity for leadership growth as the school expands.