Fourth Grade (2026-2027 School Year)

Usd 259; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

USD 259 seeks a Fourth Grade Teacher for Buckner Performing Arts and Science Magnet Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will instruct and monitor academic progress, collaborate with staff, communicate with families, and maintain student records.

Applicants must hold a valid Kansas teaching license (Elementary Education) and a bachelor's degree. Classroom management, differentiation, and use of Outlook and SIS are essential, with experience preferred in K-5 settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and valid Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education.

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 discipline in the classroom.
• Maintains a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Communicates with parents/guardians and schedules meetings.
• Works with Special Education teacher to implement appropriate modifications.
• Participates in faculty meetings and teacher training.
• Prepares classroom instructions to align with state assessments.

Skills

Teaching methods

Education laws

Classroom management

Student engagement

Organization

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Outlook & SIS

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching license (Kansas Elementary)

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