STEM / Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Teacher

About Matchbook Learning

Matchbook Learning is a non-profit charter management organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana. We operate two schools: Matchbook Learning at Wendell Phillips School 63, serving students in Kindergarten through 8th grade, and The Match High School and Career Center, which currently serves 9th and 10th grade students and will expand to include 11th grade students in the fall of 2026.

Our mission is to personalize learning, within a restorative community, fostering resilience and excellence while preparing students for real-world opportunities. As an innovative and inclusive organization, we are committed to ensuring that every child is known, loved, and flourishing.

We are currently seeking a STEM / Project Lead The Way Teacher to join our at Matchbook Learning at Wendell Phillips School 63. This is a temporary position for the current school year, with the potential for renewal or permanent placement based on performance, student impact, reliability, and alignment to our culture.

Position Overview

Matchbook Learning is seeking an innovative STEM / Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Teacher to lead K–8 students through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and real-world, design-based problem solving; this role includes providing K–8 STEM instruction, implementing the Project Lead The Way curriculum, coordinating coding and digital learning tools, facilitating project-based learning aligned to workforce competencies, and collaborating closely with the Director of Competency-Based Learning.
 

Key Responsibilities

1. Instruction & Lesson Planning

• Teach STEM/PLTW classes for Kindergarten through 8th grade.
• Deliver hands-on lessons that integrate:
  • Engineering design challenges
  • Scientific inquiry
  • Coding and robotics
  • Technology fluency and digital citizenship
  • Problem-solving, teamwork, data collection, and iteration
• Implement PLTW modules with fidelity, while adapting for student needs and pacing.
• Build a classroom culture that encourages experimentation, creativity, persistence, and productive struggle.

2. Coding & Technology Integration

• Integrate platforms such as:
  • Code.org
  • CodeMonkey
  • PLTW Launch
  • Typing and digital skills tools
• Support students in beginning or advancing coding skills, computational thinking, and engineering mindsets.

3. Project-Based Learning & Competencies

• Lead students in STEM projects that connect to:
  • Real-world problems
  • Workforce skills
  • 21st-century competencies (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity)
• Collaborate with the Director of Competency-Based Learning to embed competencies and rubrics.
• Support 5th–8th grade students in extended project showcases or exhibitions when possible.

4. Collaboration, Coaching & Restorative Culture

• Work closely with instructional leadership, the restorative team, and fellow teachers to support students.
• Participate in instructional coaching, data reviews, classroom visits, and PD.
• Contribute to our restorative school model, helping students reflect, repair harm, and return ready to learn.
• Uphold school expectations and routines with fairness, calmness, and clarity.

5. School Culture & Vision

• Build relationships across grade levels to spark STEM curiosity early.
• Promote inclusivity in STEM—help students see themselves as engineers, coders, scientists, makers, and builders.
• Reinforce Matchbook Learning’s belief that students should be prepared for real-world opportunity and long-term success.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Elementary Education, or a related field.
• Certification: State Standard teaching certification or equivalent out-of-state certificate.
• Experience: Previous experience working with elementary or middle school students is strongly preferred.
• Skills:
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Ability to adapt lessons and teaching techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Commitment to professional growth and development.
  • Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, bend, kneel, and sit on the floor to work with students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM fields, education, engineering, or related discipline.
• Prior experience teaching STEM, PLTW, robotics, coding, or science.
• Experience with project-based learning, design thinking, or makerspace instruction.
• Familiarity with competency-based learning (or willingness to learn).

What You Can Expect From Us

• A school culture where students are known, loved, and flourishing.
• A supportive restorative team that prioritizes student growth and emotional safety.
• Coaching and PD to help you succeed.
• Curriculum support (PLTW resources, common planning, peer collaboration).
• The opportunity to design, innovate, and grow a K–8 STEM identity over time.

You will not do this work alone — we believe in shared leadership, shared learning, and shared success.

Benefits

• Certified pay range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, based on verified years of experience and licensure
• Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off: Personal and sick days.
• A $500 referral bonus for employees who refer candidates who remain employed through 90 days
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth through workshops and training sessions.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive, dynamic team of educators dedicated to fostering academic and social growth for all students.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume to https://www.matchbooklearning.com/join-our-team

Matchbook Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.