Inspiring 1st Grade Teacher - Data-Driven & Collaborative

Usd; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance provided

KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – 9.

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Certified Teacher for 1st Grade at Garcia Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. The role involves delivering standards-aligned instruction, assessing student progress, and partnering with coaches and staff to optimize learning outcomes.

The position emphasizes inclusive classroom culture, data-driven instruction, and collaboration with families to support student growth and college/career readiness.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 as needed.
• Work with various stakeholders to ensure students' individual needs are met.
• 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.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Student assessment

Classroom management

School collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Missouri teaching certificate eligibility

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Certified Teacher for 1st Grade at Garcia Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. The role involves delivering standards-aligned instruction, assessing student progress, and partnering with coaches and staff to optimize learning outcomes.

The position emphasizes inclusive classroom culture, data-driven instruction, and collaboration with families to support student growth and college/career readiness.