Make A Difference
Our teachers are energized by the chance to make a real difference in the lives of students. Teaching in IPS is a rewarding opportunity to support bright, curious students as they shape their futures and prove what’s possible.
Looking to make a big difference in the lives of students? Check out our Spotlight Schools.
LICENSED TEACHERS
Spotlight Schools
Teaching in a Proving What’s Possible Spotlight School is a fulfilling personal and career experience. Spotlight Schools each have unique personas and unique offerings, but what they have in common is rigorous focus on racial equity, innovative programming, intensified supports, strategic partnerships, and an emphasis on top-notch instruction.
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Our teachers are energized by the chance to make a real difference in the lives of students. Teaching in IPS is a rewarding opportunity to support bright, curious students as they shape their futures and prove what’s possible.
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EARN A GOOD LIVING
We're proud to offer the highest teacher starting pay in Indianapolis and one of the highest in the Central Indiana Region – ranging from $51,900 to $94,000 depending on experience, not to mention a generous benefits package.
Plus, our teacher salaries continue to be on the rise as we continue to advocate for stronger teacher compensation.
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GROW YOUR CAREER
You’ll find a range of professional development and career advancement opportunities here, including dedicated mentorship and support programs for early career teachers.
Whatever you want to achieve as an IPS team member, we’ll help you get there.
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STAND FOR RACIAL EQUITY
Racial equity is baked into all aspects of the district’s 2025 Strategic Plan, and our staff are seeing it come to life everyday. From concrete structural changes related to curriculum and staffing to district-wide trainings, and much more, IPS is “walking the walk” on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Meet A Few IPS Teachers
“I’ve become a stronger teacher because I’ve had strong leaders in IPS. If you want to grow as an educator, this is definitely a place to come, learn, and grow. If you want to stay in the classroom, they will help you be a stronger teacher. If you want to go into administration, they will help you with that pathway.”
—LaShawna Tramill, English Teacher, George Washington High School
“The race equity policy is just absolutely critical in my opinion. And I’m so grateful to IPS for implementing that policy. They were willing to put that policy in place to say ‘here’s what we believe and here’s what we will do.’ To me, as an employee, that’s incredibly empowering. It lets me know that my district has my back when I step into some tough topics.”
— Brandon Denning, Math Teacher, Center For Inquiry School 84
“One of my goals is to know every kid’s name. So I greet every kid in the morning. And if I don’t know it, I stop and ask every day until I get it. The students in our school are full of personality and that’s part of the reason why I want to get to know each of them on an individual level.”
— Megan Potter, Reading Interventionist, Clarence Farrington School 61
“I have been here for nine years and have built relationships with the students in this community. They know I have high expectations for them, but we can also kid around with each other. And they know when it’s time to get back to business.”
—Rocio Cisneros, ENL Teacher, Charles W. Fairbanks School 105
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