Becoming an ISLL teacher
Students are most impacted when taught by licensed teachers who can fully utilize a high-quality math and reading curriculum. ISLL is proud to offer competitive compensation and support to ensure a strong teacher experience.
Applications for 2026 Instructional Staff are now closed.
Complete the interest form to be notified when 2027 instructional staff applications open.
Teacher Training Schedule
Updates:
Tuesday, June 9th – In-person Math training for new instructional staff
Wednesday, June 10th – In-person ELA training for new instructional staff
All other training sessions remain the same.
Instructional Staff Roles for Program Year 2026
Applications are closed for summer 2026.
The following items must accompany a completed application:
Resume (All roles)
CPR/First Aid Certification (All roles)
Teacher Licensing Certification (ELA/Math & Supervising Teacher roles)
When applying for an ELA/Math position or a Supervising Teacher position, please be sure to note that you are in the process of renewing your teacher license.
Letter of Recommendation (Classroom Assistant & Supervising Teacher roles)
Instructional Staff will also be required to pass a background check. Some sites have additional requirements, for example: TB Test, Fingerprints, Childcare iLEAD, drug screening, & State Background Check.
In addition to the application requirements outlined above, this year’s application features a new video component! As part of the application process, all applicants will submit a short video to share more about themselves and their interest in ISLL. Prompts and guided instructions will be provided within the application.
2026 Instructional Staff Roles
Applications are closed for 2026. Click here to fill out an interest form to be notified when 2027 instructional staff applications open.
Academic Deans
Academic Deans play an integral role in facilitating and administrating their assigned cohort of ISLL sites. They ensure fidelity to the program by monitoring the learning conditions, data collection, accountability check-ins, and implementation of in-person instruction. Academic Deans work collaboratively with Site Leaders and supervising teachers to ensure that the instructional staff meets instruction expectations, fosters positive classroom culture, and provides differentiated support for students in their classroom. Additionally, the Academic Deans will collaborate closely with Site Directors, conducting accountability check-ins to ensure metrics are accurate and reconciliation deadlines are met.
Supervising Teachers
Supervising teachers will oversee all grade-level teachers and classroom assistants at a community-based ISLL site. They will collaborate with Academic Deans to ensure that students receive high-quality instructional support, all assessment scores are entered by classroom educators, and that data is collected to manage attendance at their ISLL site. They will also coordinate student materials for the site educators at their designated location. Additionally, in the event of a lead teacher’s absence, the Supervising Teacher will be responsible for stepping in to cover all instructional duties.
When applying for a Supervising Teacher position, please be sure to note that you are in the process of renewing your teacher license.
Licensed educators are qualified for this role. Applicants applying for the Supervising teacher role must provide a letter of recommendation. If you’re a department lead, instructional coach, or part of administrative staff, this is the perfect role for you! Compensation is paid for one training week and five program instruction weeks. Compensation for supervising teachers will be $55 an hour.
ELA and Math Teachers
ELA (English Language Arts) and Math Teachers will lead one grade level of at least 10 students within their certified content area. In some cases, a teacher may be assigned a split grade level within one content area (e.g., 4th/5th ELA or 4th/5th Math). Teachers will be provided lesson plans, materials, and assessments to support students in their grade level group. Licensed educators are qualified for this role.
When applying for an ELA/Math position, please be sure to note that you are in the process of renewing your teacher license.
Compensation is paid for the training week and program instruction weeks. Compensation for ELA and math teachers will be $50 an hour.
Classroom Assistants
Classroom Assistants will support multiple grade levels in both ELA and Math, working with small groups of students to provide tiered instruction based on their learning needs. College students studying education, retired educators, or individuals working in an instructional assistant role within a school qualify for this role. College students must submit a recommendation from a professor/director within their prospective program. Additionally, if a lead teacher is absent and a Supervising Teacher is unavailable, the classroom assistant will be responsible for covering all instructional duties at base pay.
Compensation is paid for the training week and program instruction weeks. Compensation for classroom assistants will be $25 an hour.
FAQ
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Qualified applicants will need to submit a resume, CPR/first aid certification, and teacher license certification. The documentation requirements for each role are listed above. Instructional Staff will also be required to pass a background check. Some sites have additional requirements, such as TB Test, drug screening, Fingerprints, Childcare iLEAD, and State Background Check.
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ISLL 2026 programming is from June 15th to July 17th.
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This year’s application includes updated written prompts with scenario-based questions, along with a new video submission requirement.
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All teachers will provide in-person instruction to classrooms of no more than 25 students in a single grade level. Teaching will occur in the morning, followed by afternoon sessions dedicated to planning time, student work evaluations, and professional development with the Lavinia Group.
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$25 per hour for classroom assistants, $50 per hour for ELA/Math teachers and $55 per hour for supervising teachers. All instructional staff will be compensated for a 25-hour work week. Compensation is paid for our pre program training week and program instruction weeks, equating to 6 weeks of payment.
Please note: Any required day missed will not be compensated.
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College students studying education, retired educators, or individuals working as instructional assistants or paraprofessionals within a school qualify for this role. College students must submit a recommendation from a professor/director within their prospective program.
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Classroom Assistants will not receive additional compensation for substituting. In the event of a teacher absence, supervising teachers will cover ELA/Math classes whenever possible. Classroom Assistants will only be required to substitute if a supervising teacher is unavailable.
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No. All daily lesson plans, materials, and assignments will be provided by Lavinia Group to teachers. Teacher Training Week and Lavinia professional development during ISLL will orient teachers to the curriculum and equip them with strategies to best support students.
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The custom curriculum is aligned with Indiana’s English Language Arts (ELA) and math standards for each grade level. Teachers will be provided lesson plans, pacing guides, and student handouts in advance.
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Students will take an assessment at the beginning and end of the program developed by The Lavinia Group. The test will measure whether they are below, meeting, or exceeding academic standards in both ELA and Math.
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We plan to have sites in schools and community centers across Marion County. In 2025, ISLL served 5,300 students at 55 sites, including 15 schools and 50 community sites across the city.
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For the upcoming 2026 ISLL program, we plan to accommodate 5,500 students.
Webinar for Instructional Staff Applicants
Whether you have worked for ISLL in previous years or are new to the program, this webinar will be helpful for you! The webinar shares:
An overview of instructional roles and responsibilities
Details on the application process
What is new for instructional staff in 2026