SPED Pre-K Classroom Teacher - Brightstart

Young World Physical Education; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 51,788 - 85,927; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Liberal, Kansas, is hiring a Pre-K Classroom Teacher. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's of Education and a Kansas teaching certificate, ensuring a developmentally appropriate environment for children. The position offers an annual salary ranging from $51,788 to $85,927, along with a possibility of a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Responsibilities include lesson planning, maintaining ratios, and positive interaction with students. Contact Mary Foster for more details.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's of Education degree with an emphasis in early childhood education.
• Current Kansas teaching certificate is required.
• ESOL endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Maintain teacher/student ratios at all times.
• Interact appropriately with children throughout the day.

Skills

Early childhood education skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's of Education degree

ESOL endorsement

Job description

Pre-K Classroom Teacher

Liberal USD 480 Bright Start Learning Early Center - Liberal, Kansas

Job Details

Job ID: 1199242

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Rural Opportunity Zone

Reports To: Building Principal

Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor’s of Education degree with an emphasis in early childhood education and a current Kansas teaching certificate.

ESOL endorsement preferred.

General Performance Areas

• Comply with all confidentiality regulations as required.
• Participate in yearly evaluation of program.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff.
• Attend staff meetings, staff development trainings, and other meetings/seminars/conferences, as requested.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of this position.
• Report any suspected child abuse and/or neglect to the appropriate staff person.
• Seek continual improvement in the processes required to perform this position.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that include all areas of learning: physical (large and small motor), emotional, social, and cognitive.
• Coordinate class field trips that are in relation to the curriculum.
• Interact appropriately with the children throughout the day.
• Provide a positive model for children to follow.
• Maintain teacher/student ratios at all times.
• Stay informed of current early childhood education issues.
• Other duties as requested.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board policy on evaluation of (administrators, professional staff, classified employees).

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $51,788 to $85,927 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Mary Foster, Director of Human Resources
• USD #480 District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]