5th-8th Grade Humanities Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403B plan with employer match (up to 4

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School in Kansas City, MO seeks a Middle School Teacher (grades 5–8) for Humanities. The role spans multiple subjects with a focus on rigorous, culturally responsive instruction and strong student relationships.

Responsibilities include developing aligned curricula, designing assessments, differentiating instruction, and collaborating with teams to push critical thinking and academic rigor. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Experience teaching in high-performing charter, district, or independent schools.
• Experience working with urban/public charter students.
• State middle school teaching certification/licensure.
• Deep commitment to Kauffman’s mission and closing the achievement gap.

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 the school’s PREP values.
• Uphold consistent behavioral systems and school-wide expectations.
• Embrace feedback and take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Urban teaching experience

Curriculum development

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

5th-8th Grade Humanities Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967371
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Middle School Teacher— Ewing Marion Kauffman School (Kansas City, MO)

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free, public charter school serving 5th–12th graders with a mission to create college graduates. EMKS seeks results-driven, culturally responsive educators to join our team. We anchor our work around four guiding principles:

• Belief and Connection: Hold high expectations for every student while building strong relationships; never allow identity or bias to lower standards.
• Clear is Kind: Communicate high expectations directly and teach students how to navigate systems and norms they may not yet know.
• Intent and Impact: Act with purpose to empower students, continually assess the impact of practices, and adjust as needed.
• Cultural Context + Critical Thinking: Deliver rigorous, culturally responsive learning that pushes students to think critically and engage with their world.

Position: Middle School Teacher (Grades 5–8) — Math, Science, English, History, and Specials (Language, Fitness, Art, Music)

Because we are a growing charter network, we hire teachers who can teach across grades and content; grade-level and content preferences will be discussed during the interview process and flexibility is valued.

Primary 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 the school’s PREP values (Perseverance, Results, Empathy, Passion).
• Uphold consistent behavioral systems and school-wide expectations.
• Embrace feedback, engage in continuous improvement, and take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Teaching experience or leadership in a high-performing charter, district, or independent school preferred.
• Experience working with students in urban or public charter settings (student teaching, after-school, camps, etc.).
• Eligible for or holding state teaching certification/licensure for middle school.
• Deep commitment to Kauffman’s mission and to closing the achievement gap.
• Personal qualities: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, resilience, responsiveness to feedback, attention to detail, and entrepreneurial energy.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and to act strategically while managing competing demands.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 403B plan as well as employer match available up to 4%
• Part of the KCPSRS retirement system
• Paid time off and school holidays
• Paid parental leave available
• Professional development and growth opportunities

The Kauffman School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A diverse pool of candidates is welcomed and encouraged.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $47,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required