Arts Specialist/Enrichment Teacher

Academy for Integrated Arts•Kansas City, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Academy for Integrated Arts (AFIA), an innovative public charter school in Kansas City, seeks an arts specialist/enrichment teacher in music, dance, movement, theater arts, physical education, or a related field. The teacher will design engaging, student-centered learning experiences in which inquiry, creativity, and the arts deepen students’ understanding and expression. The role supports students’ academic and social growth through strong relationships, curiosity, and high expectations. AFIA integrates the arts into its core curriculum and grounds instruction in constructivist philosophy and developmentally appropriate practice. Students learn through inquiry, project-based experiences, and interdisciplinary learning. The successful teacher creates an inclusive and joyful learning environment, collaborates with classroom teachers and community partners, values families as partners, and participates in ongoing professional learning, reflection, coaching, and school community life. The minimum starting salary for certified first-year teachers is $50,500. The position offers medical benefits, participation in the Kansas City Public School Retirement System, ongoing professional development and coaching, and opportunities for collaboration and teacher leadership. A start date of December 1, 2026 is available; AFIA is also seeking candidates for the 2027–2028 school year, with an August 1, 2027 start date. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching.

Nice To Haves

Missouri certification in a relevant area, such as Music, Theater, Dance, or Elementary Education, or eligibility to obtain certification.
Experience teaching in an arts-based discipline such as music, theater, dance, or movement.
Experience integrating the arts across content areas.
Experience working in diverse or urban school communities.
Familiarity with restorative practices or responsive classroom approaches.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, arts-focused instruction aligned to the teacher’s discipline.
Design creative, student-centered learning experiences that foster expression, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Integrate the teacher’s art form into interdisciplinary and project-based learning in partnership with classroom teachers.
Facilitate a learning environment where students explore, create, perform, and reflect.
Support students in setting goals and taking ownership of their learning.
Use assessment and observation to inform instruction and support student growth.
Build a positive classroom community and support student behavior effectively.
Maintain strong communication and relationships with students and families.
Provide timely and meaningful feedback on student progress.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, arts specialists, and community partners.
Participate actively in professional learning, reflection, and coaching.