Inspiring 1st Grade Teacher - Full-Time, Growth & Equity

5240 - Pitcher Elementary; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance provided

KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Certified Teacher (1st Grade) to join Hale Cook Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. This full-time role reports to the Building Principal and requires delivering standards-based instruction, assessing progress, and fostering a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

You will collaborate with instructional coaches and families, participate in professional development, and contribute to a high-quality learning experience to prepare students for college,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility for certification.
• Experience with or commitment to working in diverse, urban school environments.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery: Develop and deliver lesson plans meeting state and district standards and engage all students.
• Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess and analyze student performance and maintain records.
• Classroom Management and Student Engagement: Establish an inclusive classroom culture and monitor safety and behavior.
• Professional Development and School Collaboration: Participate in professional development and collaborate with staff on school initiatives.
• Attend faculty meetings, workshops, family engagement events and parent-teacher conferences as required.
• Serve on school committees to contribute to a positive school climate.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility

Job description

Kansas City Public Schools is seeking a Certified Teacher (1st Grade) to join Hale Cook Elementary in Kansas City, Missouri. This full-time role reports to the Building Principal and requires delivering standards-based instruction, assessing progress, and fostering a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

You will collaborate with instructional coaches and families, participate in professional development, and contribute to a high-quality learning experience to prepare students for college,