Middle School Teacher Jobs in South Bend, IN

A Middle School Teacher is an integral part of the elementary education industry, contributing to the academic and social development of students in grades 6-8. They design and deliver lesson plans, assess student performance, maintain classroom discipline, and communicate with parents about student progress. Besides teaching core subjects like English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, middle school teachers often help students navigate the challenges of adolescence. They are responsible for creating a positive learning environment and implementing various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles and abilities.

Important skills for a Middle School Teacher include strong communication and organizational skills, patience, creativity, and a passion for teaching. They should also have a strong understanding of child psychology and development. In terms of certification, all states require public middle school teachers to have at least a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or a related field, and to have completed a student-teaching program. Additionally, they must pass a teacher certification test. Prior to becoming a Middle School Teacher, a person may have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Tutor, or even an Elementary School Teacher. These positions provide valuable experience in managing a classroom and developing effective teaching strategies.

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Science Teacher 7th Grade SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 2 days ago

Candidate will have to work collaboratively with the Language Arts, Math and Social Studies teachers....

High School Science Teacher

  • South Bend, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 7 days ago

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a High School Science Teacher at DePaul Academy Residential Facility in South...

Temporary Spanish Teacher

  • Nappanee, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nappanee, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 7 days ago

plans and a scope and sequence that are thoughtful, goal- oriented and aligned with curriculum and carefully planned for substitute teachers when unable to attend school Develop positive appropriate...

Math Teacher HS SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago

Candidate must be able to skillfully use differentiated instructional strategies and use data to guide their instruction, work collaboratively in a Professional Learning Community, prepare lesson plans...

Middle School Math Teacher SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago

Demonstrates knowledge of adolescent development Engages in and promotes culturally responsive pedagogy Demonstrates strong content area expertise Demonstrates the ability to learn and use a variety...

High School Math Teacher

  • South Bend, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 13 days ago

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a High School Math Teacher at DePaul Academy Residential Facility in South...

Middle School Teacher

  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elkhart, IN (14 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Responsibilities Include: Develop and implement engaging lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives Assess and record students' progress and provide grades and feedback Establish and enforce...

High School Math Teacher- Algebra I with Math Lab SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 45+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 45+ days ago

Candidate must be able to skillfully use differentiated instructional strategies and use data to guide their instruction, work collaboratively in a Professional Learning Community, prepare lesson plans...

7th Grade Teacher SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 45+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 45+ days ago

Develop daily effective lesson plans and complete reflections on a daily/weekly basis. Structure the classroom environment to maintain student interest and engagement....

English Teacher

  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Fairfield Community Schools has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below. English TeacherApply Online Category: High School Teaching/English Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location:...

Science Teacher

  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Goshen, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

Fairfield Community Schools has a vacancy for your consideration. Please find the details below. Science TeacherApply Online Category: High School Teaching/Science Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location:...

7th - 8th Grade Math Teacher

  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Plymouth, IN (21 miles from South Bend, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teacher/Mathematics Date Posted: 5/16/2023 Location: Lincoln Junior High School Closing Date: 05/30/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: 7th - 8th...

Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Spanish Teacher (6th Grade)

  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago

Provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of DLI, EL students and struggling readers ? Use formative assessments to guide reading instruction ?...

7th Grade Language Arts Teacher SY25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago

Language Arts Teacher The language arts teacher will be responsible for providing effective instruction in Language Arts. Instruction must be driven by the common core standards. The teacher must...

Earth & Science Teacher SY 25-26

  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 90+ days ago

Use data to guide instruction and be able to work collaboratively in a Professional Learning Community Prepare lesson plans based on the Indiana State Standards Actively participate in ongoing curriculum...

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Salary for Middle School Teacher Jobs in South Bend, IN

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Highest Education Level

Middle School Teachers in South Bend, IN offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.8%
Bachelor's Degree
39.2%
Doctorate Degree
6.4%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Middle School Teachers in South Bend, IN
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
24.5%
None
22.3%
4-6 years
11.3%
2-4 years
6.0%


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