Fourth Grade

Wichita-Public-Schools; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita Public Schools seeks a Fourth Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Buckner Performing Arts and Science Magnet Elementary School. You will lead instruction for approximately 20 students, plan lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with staff and parents to support student success.

The role requires a Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education, a Bachelor's degree, and prior classroom experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Valid Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or (K-6) is required.
• Classroom teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and motivates students in all course study.
• Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet educational needs.
• Assigns lessons and corrects homework.
• Administers tests to evaluate progress and informs parents of progress.
• Maintains classroom discipline and a conducive learning environment.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and schedules meetings.
• Works with Special Education teacher to implement modifications.
• Participates in faculty meetings, conferences and training.
• Prepares lessons aligned to state assessments.
• Adheres to district policies and regulations.

Skills

Teaching methods

Education laws

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Verbal and written communication

Student information system

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Kansas Elementary Education license (K-9) or (K-6)

Classroom teaching experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Student Information System

Job description

Job Description - Fourth Grade (2026-2027 School Year) (14335)

Fourth Grade (2026-2027 School Year) - (14335)

Job Title: Fourth Grade Teacher

Position Function: Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Instructs and motivates students in all course study
• Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
• Assign lessons and correct homework
• Administers tests to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress
• Maintains discipline in the classroom
• Maintains a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating
• Communicates with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems
• Works with Special Education teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
• Prepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment exams
• Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district

Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Equipment: Must be able to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Limited travel may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• As outlined in on-site job analysis for Elementary Teacher
• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Work in school building environments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 20 students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile:

• Valid Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education or (K-6) Elementary Education Unified (K-6) required
• Classroom teaching experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree required

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

Buckner Performing Arts and Science Magnet Elementary School