2027-28 Elementary Teacher (Pool Hire)

North Kansas City Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Kansas City Schools in Kansas City, Missouri seeks an Elementary Teacher for the 2027-28 school year. This pool hire supports district elementary programs and requires a valid Missouri teaching certificate to deliver core subjects.

You will design engaging lessons, track student progress, and communicate with families while collaborating with colleagues. Starting August 9, 2027; terms of employment and benefits are set by the Board of Education.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri teaching certificate required.
• Board may consider alternatives as appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Teaches elementary subjects (reading, writing, math, science) to students using approved curricula.
• Develops lesson plans and adapts instruction to meet individual needs.
• Establishes and maintains a positive classroom environment.
• Assesses student progress and maintains records.
• Communicates with parents and participates in conferences.
• Collaborates with staff and participates in school programs.

Education

Missouri Teaching Certificate

Job description

2027-28 Elementary Teacher (Pool Hire)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5918118
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Sep 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 9, 2027

Job Description

Pool Hiring begins onOctober 1st, 2026, for the 27-28 School Year.

ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM TEACHER

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Missouri Teacher Certificate for the appropriate level.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOAL: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Teaches communications arts, social studies, mathematics, and science to pupils in a classroom, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills.
• Complies with good safety practices.
• Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies.
• Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary may be assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak and must have close moderate and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position requires a moderate amount of travel and physical activity.

CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT: The work environment is consistent with typical office/school environment.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board Of Education. Benefits according to Board policies.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Public School Retirement System (PSRS)

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

CLEARANCES: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations utilizing the Performance Based Teacher Evaluation process.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required