TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies)

Lawrence Unified School District; Lawrence (KS); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lawrence Unified School District in Lawrence, Kansas seeks a TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies) for 188 days/year, 1.0 FTE, 8 hours/day starting immediately. The role requires KS teaching certification and highly qualified status; SPED/ESL endorsement is preferred.

Reports to the principal and contributes to district curriculum and assessments. The position offers full-time employment in USD 497 at LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH with a competitive salary and comprehensive duties across instruction,

Qualifications

• Kansas Teaching Certificate/License is required.
• Highly qualified status per KSDE and federal regulations.
• SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred.
• Alternatives to these qualifications may be acceptable to the Board.

Responsabilités

• Builds instruction from prior materials.
• Uses varied teaching materials and techniques appropriate for the content area.
• Assesses student progress regularly and adjusts as needed.
• Prepares for assigned classes with evidence of preparation.
• Demonstrates subject matter mastery and uses district curriculum and state assessments.
• Maintains a conducive classroom environment and communicates with students, parents and staff.
• Upholds school policies and ensures safety and ethical standards.

Connaissances

Licensure

Clear communication

Writing skills

Quick analysis

Information requests

Software proficiency

Time management

Team cooperation

Formation

Kansas Teaching Certificate/License

Description du poste

TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies)

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH - Lawrence, Kansas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5973834

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies)

USD 497

Details

FTE:

1.0

HOURS/DAY:

8.0

DAYS PER YEAR:

188 (new teachers)/186 (returning teachers)

SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-27

Qualifications:

• Kansas Teaching Certificate/License
• "Highly qualified" status according to KSDE and federal regulations
• SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred
• 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

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $51,000 to $82,942 Per Year