Third Grade (2026-2027 School Year)

About the role

Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and motivates students in all course study
• Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
• Administers tests to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress
• Maintains discipline in the classroom
• Maintains a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating
• Communicates with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems
• Works with Special Education teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
• Prepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment exams
• Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district

Requirements

• Valid Kansas teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education or (K-6) Elementary Education Unified (K-6) required
• Classroom teaching experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 20 students
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students
• Organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to deliver teaching instruction in accordance with improved curriculum and standards
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Understanding of individual student needs
• Microsoft Outlook and the student information system proficiency