High School Math Teacher SY2526

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is seeking a High School Math Teacher for the SY2526 school year. The role involves facilitating student understanding of math concepts, implementing instructional strategies, and maintaining a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong content knowledge and effective communication skills, contributing to the district's commitment to educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong content knowledge in mathematics.
• Ability to assess student abilities and maintain documentation.
• Effective communication skills with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Implement diverse instructional strategies tailored to student needs.
• Assess and document student achievement.
• Manage classroom behavior and ensure a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Instructional Strategies

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

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Job Details

TITLE: High School Math Teacher SY2526

LOCATION: Wyandotte High School

About the District

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district serving approximately 22,000 students, with over 60 languages spoken at home. It includes Sumner Academy, ranked #6 nationally and #1 in Kansas according to US News rankings. The district employs about 4,000 staff, including over 1,800 teachers, serving a diverse student population.

Job Goal

To facilitate student understanding and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that develop responsible members of society, and to improve performance levels to prepare students for college and careers.

Essential Functions

• Implement 21st Century Skills into the curriculum.
• Work a full duty day at assigned location(s).
• Assess student abilities related to educational goals and standards.
• Plan and employ diverse instructional strategies suited to students' needs.
• Manage classroom behavior and participate in behavior management across the site.
• Communicate instructional expectations and student progress to students and parents.
• Assess student achievement and maintain documentation for reporting.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan instructional goals and curriculum.
• Participate in professional development and staff activities.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Ensure a safe, attractive, and conducive learning environment.
• Participate in extracurricular activities as requested.
• Attend IEP meetings for IDEA students.
• Possess strong content knowledge and understanding of student development.
• Apply current research and theory to instruction.
• Establish effective relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written forms.
• Maintain physical and emotional capacity to perform job duties.
• Monitor student work and behavior effectively.
• Be patient, caring, and committed to student success.
• Follow policies regarding attendance and legal requirements such as Section 504 and IDEA.
• Maintain professionalism and appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Communication/Organization: Maintain communication with staff and parents, utilize technology effectively.

Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems, interpret instructions.

Language Skills: Read, analyze, interpret journals and regulations; write reports and correspondence; present information effectively.

Physical Demands: Sit, walk, stand, and communicate; vision abilities required.

Work Environment: Typically loud; responsible for student safety and well-being.

Other Skills: Apply current research, establish relationships, communicate effectively.

Terms of Employment

186 days, certified salary schedule, exempt FLSA status, reports to Director of Libraries and Building Principal, evaluated per Board policy.

Application Information

Applications reviewed prior to closing date. Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For Title IX information, contact the District Compliance Coordinator at 913-279-2262 or [e-mail].

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs