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Jr. High ELA Teacher

Qualifications

Putnam County CUSD #535 has an immediate opening for a ELA teacher in our Jr. high building for the 2026-2027 school year.  We are looking for a candidate who will create a positive learning environment that promotes the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students. Ultimately, they will help inspire children to achieve important learning milestones. Come and join our team!

Any applicant must have or be able to obtain a teaching certificate and meet the requirements set forth by ESSA. They also need to complete and pass a background check prior to employment. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

Salary/Benefits

Anticipated Starting Salary:
$44,469.00 - BA+0 Step 0

Benefits:
$2,000 hiring bonus (paid over two years)
9% board paid TRS retirement benefit
15 sick days
3 personal days
$50,000 board paid life insurance

Health Insurance:
Board paid 90% Employee Only premium
Board paid 70% Employee Spouse premium
Board paid 70% Employee Children premium
Board paid 50% Family premium

How to Apply

Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, credentials, college transcripts, and references to: Mr. Mike Olson, Principal, olsonm@pcschools535.org.

Job Posting Date

7/1/2026

Start Date

7/1/2026