3rd Grade & 4th Grade Elementary Teacher - SY25/26

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

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated 3rd and 4th Grade Elementary Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role involves fostering student understanding and application of essential skills, while ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will implement innovative teaching methods, assess student progress, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the educational experience. Join a supportive team in a dynamic school district that values diversity and strives for excellence in education. If you are passionate about shaping young minds and contributing to their future success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong content knowledge and understanding of student development.
• Ability to plan lessons based on curriculum and student needs.

Responsibilities

• Implement diverse instructional strategies suited to students' needs.
• Assess student abilities and maintain documentation for reporting.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Instructional Strategies

Communication Skills

Assessment Techniques

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Certification

Tools

Educational Technology

Job description

3rd Grade & 4th Grade Elementary Teacher - SY25/26

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Location: John F. Kennedy Elementary

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district serving approximately 22,000 students with over 60 languages spoken at home. We are home to Sumner Academy, ranked #6 nationally and #1 in Kansas by US News.

Our district includes Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, making us the fifth largest in Kansas. Our student demographics are approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. We employ around 4,000 staff, including over 1,800 teachers.

Job Goal

To facilitate student understanding and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that contribute to developing responsible members of society, and to ensure continuous improvement to prepare students for college and careers in a global society.

Essential Functions

• Implement 21st Century Skills into the curriculum.
• Work a full duty day at assigned locations.
• Assess student abilities relative to educational goals and standards.
• Plan and employ diverse instructional strategies suited to students' needs.
• Manage classroom behavior and contribute to behavior management across the site.
• Communicate instructional expectations and student progress to students and parents.
• Assess student achievement and maintain documentation for reporting.
• Collaborate with program personnel to plan instructional goals and curriculum.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Maintain student progress records and reports.
• Ensure a safe, attractive, and conducive learning environment.
• Engage in extracurricular activities as requested.
• Participate in IEP meetings for IDEA students.
• Possess strong content knowledge and understanding of student development and curriculum.
• Continuously update research and instructional strategies.
• Plan lessons based on curriculum and student needs.
• Establish effective relationships with students, parents, and peers.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Maintain physical and emotional stamina for high-paced work.
• Monitor students effectively in the classroom.
• Demonstrate patience and a caring attitude.
• Take attendance accurately and follow relevant policies.
• Follow Section 504 and IDEA regulations.
• Maintain professionalism and a neat appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Communication/Organization: Maintain communication with staff and parents, utilize technology effectively.

Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems, interpret instructions.

Language Skills: Read, analyze, interpret, and communicate effectively.

Physical Demands: Sit, walk, stand, and communicate; vision abilities required.

Work Environment: Usually loud; responsible for student safety and well-being.

Terms and Salary: 186 days; salary details at this link.

Reporting and Evaluation: Report to Director of Libraries and Principal; performance evaluated per policy.

Applications reviewed prior to deadline. The description complies with ADA; additional duties may be assigned. Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.