Dynamic Pre-K Classroom Instructor

4700 - James Elementary; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

KCPS Pension Plan

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Pre-K Certified Classroom Instructor for James Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction, family engagement, and Head Start/Early Learning alignment.

The candidate should have Missouri Early Childhood (B-3) Teacher Certification or a four-year degree in Early Childhood or Child Development, with strong planning and teamwork skills to support young learners and their families.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid Missouri Early Childhood (B-3) Teacher Certification.
• A four-year college degree in Early Childhood or a
• A four-year college degree in Child Development
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement an instructional program utilizing the Head Start/Early Learning framework.
• Plan effectively with the teaching assistant on a daily basis to develop lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of each child’s progress.
• Actively recruit families and community patrons for volunteer participation.
• Maintain a safe, positive and healthy learning environment and report unsafe conditions.
• Collaborate with content area specialists to meet standards.

Education

Missouri Early Childhood (B-3) Teacher Certification

Early Childhood degree (4-year)

Child Development degree (4-year)

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Pre-K Certified Classroom Instructor for James Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate instruction, family engagement, and Head Start/Early Learning alignment.

The candidate should have Missouri Early Childhood (B-3) Teacher Certification or a four-year degree in Early Childhood or Child Development, with strong planning and teamwork skills to support young learners and their families.