iSpark Teacher (Project Lead the Way)- AC Prep

Usd; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Job summary

Kansas City Public Schools seeks an iSpark Teacher to lead PLTW-based instruction in coding, robotics, and design thinking for elementary students. This teacher will support a student-centered, project-based learning environment and act as a technology leader on the campus.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Missouri teacher certification eligibility, with excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required and Missouri teaching certification eligibility.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff and parents.
• Experience integrating curriculum and applying technology in K-6 classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and provide instruction in coding, robotics, PBLL and design process.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Design Thinking and Inquiry processes in elementary education.
• Guide and support students on design/tech projects and use of digital tools.
• Collaborate with Directors and principals to maintain classroom tools and supplies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and research new tech trends.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Classroom management

Problem-solving

Technology integration

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Missouri teacher certification (Elementary & Early Childhood)

Tools

G-Suite for Education

Job description

iSpark Teacher (Project Lead the Way)- AC Prep

Kansas City School District - KCMO 5670 - African Centered Elementary Academy - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5950488

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Job Description

Job Title: PLTW- iSpark Teacher

Job Title Code: 01797

Salary Grade: T01 –T06

Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development

Reports To: Building Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The iSpark (InnovativeSoft skillsProficiencyAndReal-worldKnowledge) Teacher provides strong, effective instruction in the area of college and career readiness skills using an integrated curricular approach.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

• Supports the growth of the STEM curriculum by planning lessons and providing instruction for students in the areas of (but not limited to):
• Coding
• Robotics
• Problem/Project Based Learning
• Design Process

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Design Thinking process and its use in elementary education.
• Demonstrate success at using the Inquiry Process to create a student-centered learning environment.
• Provides one-on-one guidance and support for students pursuing individualized design and technology projects that may include the use of digital creation/fabrication tools
• Participates as a school instructional technology leader and is a member of the school leadership team.
• Proactively encourages thoughtful action and reflection throughout student project steps.
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Career and Technical Education and Building Principal to maintain iSpark classroom tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure program outcomes are being achieved.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current in emergent pedagogical and/or technological trends, and research, and model effective practice in 21st Century teaching and learning strategies.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly advancing and changing industry and a willingness to research and experiment with new technologies.
• Strong analytical, classroom management and problem-solving skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Applicant must agree to take a 16-hour training for PLTW certification upon accepting the position

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Qualifications)

Bachelor’s Degree.

• Hold or be eligible for Missouri teacher certification in Elementary Education and Early Childhood.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrated success at integrating curriculum.
• Demonstrated success at designing and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication.
• Knowledge of effective application of technology in K-6 classroom environment.
• Knowledge of the use of interactive software and hardware in the classroom.

In Order to #LevelUp in This Role, You'll Need: (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge of G-Suite for Education.
• Project-based learning teaching experience.
• Master’s Degree.
• Minimum of two (2) years teaching experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least ten pounds. Job requires the employee occasionally to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of work year: In person; 8 hours per day; 5 days/week; 187 workdays

Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance are provided.

KCPS Defined Benefit Pension planmandatory 9% contributionis required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.

Why Join Kansas City Public Schools?

Be a Changemaker. Collaborate with Passionate Colleagues. #LevelUp the Future

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required