Elementary Teacher- Success Academy- Knotts
Job Summary
At Kansas City Public Schools, teachers play a crucial role in student success. As a teacher, you will inspire and challenge students to achieve their highest potential, fostering a love of learning and creating a safe and supportive environment.
What You'll Be Doing
Develop and deliver lesson plans that meet state and district standards, engaging all students in active learning.
Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and technology tools to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
Continuously assess student understanding and adjust teaching methods to improve outcomes.
Collaborate with instructional coaches, department chairs, and fellow teachers to enhance curriculum alignment and instructional practices.
Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring
Regularly assess and analyze student performance through formative and summative assessments.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive student records, including grades, attendance, and progress reports.
Use data to drive instructional decisions and provide targeted interventions as needed.
Work with various stakeholders to ensure students' individual needs are met.
Classroom Management and Student Engagement
Establish a positive and inclusive classroom culture where all students feel respected and motivated to succeed.
Manage, supervise, and ensure the safety, behavior, and well-being of students.
Implement effective classroom management strategies to minimize disruptions and maximize learning time.
Foster students' social-emotional development by integrating trauma-informed practices and restorative justice approaches.
Collaborate with parents, guardians, and necessary stakeholders to address behavior concerns and support student growth.
Professional Development and School Collaboration
Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously improve your craft and stay updated on educational best practices.
Contribute to schoolwide initiatives and collaborate with school staff on projects that support student achievement.
Attend faculty meetings, workshops, family engagement events, and parent-teacher conferences as required.
Serve on school committees and contribute to creating a positive school climate.
To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To:
Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
Valid Missouri teaching certificate or eligibility for certification.
Strong understanding of curriculum, instructional strategies, and classroom management.
Experience with or commitment to working in diverse, urban school environments.
To Level Up in This Role, You'll Need:
Proven ability to differentiate instruction for students with diverse needs.
Experience with or proven ability to use technology to enhance student learning and engagement.
Experience with curriculum development and designing innovative lessons.
Demonstrated ability to mentor students and foster a growth mindset.
Collaborative approach to working with colleagues, administrators, and community members.
Experience with leadership roles in schools, such as department lead or instructional coach.
A Growth Mindset:
Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
Willingness to embrace feedback and adapt to new teaching methodologies.
Eagerness to be a part of a transformative school district that values continuous improvement.
Physical Demands
Sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers.
Bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least ten pounds.
Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Benefits
Health and Dental Insurance provided.
KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9.0% contribution required from employees and matched by KCPS.
Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.