TEACHER MIDDLE SCHOOL (Project Lead the Way)

Lawrence Unified School District; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Unified School District is seeking a Middle School Teacher (Project Lead the Way) to deliver an engaging, project-based STEAM curriculum. The role requires a valid Kansas teaching certificate and maintaining licensure, with SPED/ESL endorsement preferred.

The position reports to a principal and supports district goals. The teacher will use varied instructional materials, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to align with state standards and the district's written

Qualifications

• Kans​as teaching certificate/licensure required.
• Highly qualified status per KSDE and federal regulations.
• SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred.
• Alternative qualifications may be considered by the Board where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
• Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques suitable for the content area.
• Assesses student/adult needs and progress on a regular basis.
• Provides reteaching, adaptation, and/or extensions as needed.
• Demonstrates command of the subject matter and effective instruction.
• Implements the district's curriculum and assessment programs.
• Maintains a conducive classroom environment and communicates with students, parents and staff.

Skills

Clear communication

Written communication

Classroom management

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Kansas teaching certificate

SPED/ESL endorsement preferred

Job description

TEACHER MIDDLE SCHOOL(Project Lead the Way)

Project Lead the Way is a project-based STEAM approach to learning.

USD 497

FTE: 1.0

HOURS/DAY: 8.0

DAYS PER YEAR: 188 (new teachers)/186 (returning teachers)

SCHOOL YEAR: 2025-26

Qualifications

1. Kansas Teaching Certificate/License
2. "Highly qualified" status according to KSDE and federal regulations
3. SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To

Principal or administrator designee

Job Goal

Provide an effective program of instruction based on the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Performance and Responsibilities

1. Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
2. Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area.
3. Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for all students/adults as assigned.
4. Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress.
5. Provides for appropriate re-teaching, adaptation, and/or extensions if needed.
6. Provides evidence of individual student/adult learning.
7. Prepares for assigned classes and can show evidence of such preparation.
8. Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for assignment.
9. Demonstrates command of the subject matter for which he/she is assigned to teach/coordinate.
10. Implements the district's written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
11. Demonstrates commitment to learn and apply new instructional and technology skills as related to assignment.
12. Works with other members of the staff in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
13. Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
14. Cooperates with others regarding the selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
15. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
16. Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
17. Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues and others as related to assignment.
18. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
19. Demonstrates respect and value for all students and staff.
20. Maintains professional and ethical standards.
21. Meets and instructs students/adults at designated location and times.
22. Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
23. Maintains state certification/licensure standards for teachers in the field for which he/she is assigned.

Critical Skills

• Possess and maintain licensure (certification) in the state of Kansas
• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others

Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.