ELEMENTARY RISE CLASSROOM TEACHER

Derby Public Schools; Derby (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Public Schools in Kansas seeks an Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Oaklawn Elementary. The teacher will provide academic instruction and social‑emotional support to students returning from long‑term suspension or expulsion, with assistance from the ESSDACK Resilience Team.

Salary is based on experience and education: $50,003–$85,354. The regular teacher contract is 184.5 days. The district supports ESOL endorsement development and will reimburse exam costs once completed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Current Kansas State Teaching License on file in the Central Office.
• Desire to continue career improvement.

Responsibilities

• Use planning and preparation time effectively.
• Promote a positive classroom environment.
• Provide quality instruction.
• Demonstrate appropriate professional responsibilities.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

Education

Bachelors degree

Current Kansas State Teaching License

Desire to continue career improvement

Job description

Elementary Teacher:**OaklawnElementary School is seeking an

ElementaryR.I.S.E.Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. With support from the ESSDACK ResilienceTeam, this teacher will support students who have been long term suspended or expelled, as determined or assigned by a hearing committee. Alongside a paraprofessional, this teacher will provide academic instruction and social emotional support to help students transition back into their classrooms.

Employee benefits include uncategorized PTO, paid parental leave and we accept PDC for salary placement. You can find a copy of our salary schedule starting on page 8 of the Certified Employee Master Contract handbook. https://protection.usd260.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresources.finalsite.net%2Fimages%2Fv1750778160%2Fderbyschoolscom%2Fndkzebfqhbwpchti0aph%2F2025-26CertifiedEmployeeMasterContractFinal.pdf&id=ed4f&rcpt=jramsey%40usd260.com&tss=1776894613&msgid=3d4ec923-3e95-11f1-9f66-cf8b5de08bc2&html=1&h=a5f9e3cb

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Salary is based on experience and education: $50,003 - $85,354

The regular teacher contract is currently 184.5 days.

See the 2026 Benefit Guide for more information on health insurance, supplemental insurances, and other benefits our teachers are eligible for. https://media.bbrown.com/40523/40434/40874/138925/index.html

ESOL Endorsement Requirements

Elementary classroom teachers, as well as middle and high school language arts teachers, are required to obtain an ESOL endorsement by the end of their third year with the district. Requirements for obtaining the endorsement are determined by the Kansas State Department of Education and may include coursework and/or passing the appropriate exam. To support this process, the district provides access to a Canvas course designed to help teachers prepare for the exam. The district will reimburse the cost of the exam once the ESOL endorsement has been completed and officially added to the teacher's license.

JD 130**

Classroom Instructor**

Job Description**

Purpose**: The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with other staff and the administration of Derby Public Schools.

Responsible to**

• Principal and/or Program Director

Salary**

• Annual Contract

Qualifications**

• Qualifications**:\
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university.\
• Current Kansas State Teaching License on file in the Central Office.\
• Desire to continue career improvement.\

Essential Functions**

• Essential Functions**:\
• Knowledge, Skill and Abilities**:\
• Use planning and preparation time effectively.\
• Promote a positive classroom environment.\
• Provide quality instruction.\
• Demonstrate appropriate professional responsibilities.\
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.\
• Support the value of an education.\
• Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.\
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regul tions.\

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions**

• Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions**:\
• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.\
• Occasionally requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.\
• Occasional requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.\
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.\
• Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.\
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.\

General Responsibilities**

• General Responsibilities**:\
• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy.\
• Demonstrate knowledge of students.\
• Select instructional goals.\
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources.\
• Design coherent instruction.\
• Assess student learning.\
• Create an environment of respect and rapport.\
• Establish a culture for learning.\
• Manage classroom procedures.\
• Manage student behavior.\
• Organize physical space.\
• Communicate clearly and accurately with all members of the school district and community.\
• Use questioning and d