5–8th Grade Teacher — Data-Driven, Culturally Responsive

Kauffman School; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403B with employer match 4%

KCPSRS retirement

Paid time off and school holidays

Paid parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School in Kansas City, MO seeks a Middle School Teacher for grades 5–8, covering Math, Science, English, History and Specials. We hire teachers who can teach across grades; interview discussions will address grade/content preferences.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided, with a mission to close the achievement gap and prepare students for college success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Teaching experience in urban or public charter settings preferred.
• Eligible for or holding state teaching certification/licensure for middle school.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adapt curriculum aligned to state and Common Core standards.
• Design formative and summative assessments; use data to refine instruction and interventions.
• Maximize instructional time with urgency and purpose.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning profiles and keep all students engaged and challenged.
• Deliver instruction with passion and a “whatever it takes” mindset to help students succeed.
• Build strong, authentic relationships with students and model school values.
• Uphold consistent behavioral systems and school-wide expectations.
• Embrace feedback and take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Teaching experience

Culturally responsive teaching

Data-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School in Kansas City, MO seeks a Middle School Teacher for grades 5–8, covering Math, Science, English, History and Specials. We hire teachers who can teach across grades; interview discussions will address grade/content preferences.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided, with a mission to close the achievement gap and prepare students for college success.