First Grade Teacher-African Centered Elementary Academy (AC Prep)

Kansas City Public Schools; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is looking for a Certified Classroom Teacher for First Grade. In this role, you will inspire students and foster a love of learning while creating a safe classroom environment. You’ll collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and provide individualized support based on student needs.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Education, a valid Missouri teaching certificate, and experience in diverse educational settings. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility for certification is required.
• Experience in diverse, urban school environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lesson plans that engage all students.
• Regularly assess student performance and maintain accurate records.
• Establish a positive classroom culture where students feel respected.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Classroom management

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Valid Missouri teaching certificate

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools

Job Title: Certified Classroom Teacher — First Grade

Salary Range: T01 – T06

Department: Curriculum and Instruction

Reports To: Building Principal

Shift Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

At Kansas City Public Schools, teachers are critical to student success. As a teacher, you will inspire and challenge students to achieve their highest potential, foster a love of learning, and create a classroom environment where each child feels safe and valued. Through high-quality instruction and collaborative efforts with colleagues, parents, and the community, the goal is to prepare all students for college, careers, and beyond. Your impact as an educator will help shape the future of our students and their success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Instructional Delivery
  • Develop and deliver lesson plans that meet state and district standards, ensuring all students are actively engaged in learning.
  • Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and technology tools to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Continuously assess student understanding and adjust teaching methods to improve outcomes.
  • Collaborate with instructional coaches, department chairs, and fellow teachers to enhance curriculum alignment and instructional practices.
• Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
  • Regularly assess and analyze student performance through formative and summative assessments.
  • Maintain accurate and comprehensive student records, including grades, attendance, and progress reports.
  • Use data to drive instructional decisions and provide targeted interventions.
  • Work with various stakeholders to ensure students' individual needs are met.
• Classroom Management and Student Engagement
  • Establish a positive and inclusive classroom culture where all students feel respected and motivated to succeed.
  • Manage, supervise and ensure the safety, behavior, and well-being of students.
  • Implement effective classroom management strategies to minimize disruptions and maximize learning time.
  • Foster students' social-emotional development by integrating trauma-informed practices and restorative justice approaches.
  • Collaborate with parents, guardians, and necessary stakeholders to address behavior concerns and support student growth.
• Professional Development and School Collaboration
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously improve your craft and stay up to date on educational best practices.
  • Contribute to schoolwide initiatives and collaborate with school staff on projects that support student achievement.
  • Attend faculty meetings, workshops, family engagement events and parent‑teacher conferences as required.
  • Serve on school committees and contribute to creating a positive school climate.

Minimum Requirements

• Bring Expertise and Vision:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field
  • Valid Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility for certification
  • Strong understanding of curriculum, instructional strategies, and classroom management
  • Experience with or commitment to working in diverse, urban school environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Innovative Thinking:
  • Proven ability to differentiate instruction for students with diverse needs
  • Ability to use technology to enhance student learning and engagement
  • Experience with curriculum development and designing innovative lessons
• Leadership with Impact:
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor students and foster a growth mindset
  • Collaborative approach to working with colleagues, administrators, and community members
  • Experience with leadership roles in schools, such as department lead or instructional coach
• A Growth Mindset:
  • Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
  • Willingness to embrace feedback and adapt to new teaching methodologies
  • Eagerness to be a part of a transformative school district that values continuous improvement

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least ten pounds. The job occasionally requires stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance provided
• KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9.0% contribution required from employees and matched by KCPS.

Terms Of Employment

• Length of work year: 187 days
• Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9% contribution is required from employees and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.

Why Join Kansas City Public Schools

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