Classroom Teacher - 4th Grade

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools • Kansas City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) is a free, open-enrollment public charter school system in Kansas City, Missouri, serving more than 1,600 students from PreK through Grade 12. The 4th Grade Classroom Teacher prepares students academically, socially, and emotionally for college, career, and life success. The role supports a diverse student population, including multilingual learners, through inclusive, engaging, culturally responsive instruction and strong relationships with students and families.

The teacher delivers instruction aligned with Missouri Learning Standards and GCCS curriculum frameworks, differentiates teaching to address students’ learning and language needs, and ensures IEP/504 accommodations are implemented. The role includes assessing student progress, maintaining accurate records, collaborating with colleagues and instructional coaches, communicating with families, and participating in professional learning and school events. The position reports to the Building Principal.

GCCS describes a community-driven approach, teacher autonomy, and coaching and professional development. Benefits mentioned include competitive salary aligned to experience and certification, a relocation stipend for qualifying hires, a bilingual stipend for Spanish-speaking staff, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance and wellness programs, a 403(b) retirement match for eligible staff, an attendance incentive, and health, dental, and vision coverage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Secondary Education.
• Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in a relevant content area or grade level.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Passion for working with historically underrepresented student populations.
• Commitment to data-driven and culturally responsive teaching practices.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Two or more years of successful teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in an urban or bilingual school environment strongly preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that supports learning and positive student behavior.
• Deliver instruction aligned to the Missouri Learning Standards and GCCS curriculum frameworks.
• Integrate ESL and culturally responsive strategies to support multilingual learners across content areas.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learning styles, language levels, and IEP/504 accommodations.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, grades, and documentation to meet district and DESE reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, instructional coaches, and support staff to plan, implement, and refine instruction.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, and colleagues through in-person communication, email, phone, and conferences.
• Serve as a role model of professionalism, ethics, and cultural competence.
• Assess and monitor student progress using formative and summative data, and use results to adjust instruction.
• Participate in Professional Learning Communities, professional development, and district initiatives.
• Attend and actively participate in parent meetings, IEP/504 conferences, and required building events.
• Ensure proper implementation of student modifications and accommodations under IEP/504 plans.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement, reflection, and professional growth.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support students and the school community.

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and certification level.
• Relocation stipend for qualifying hires.
• Bilingual stipend for Spanish-speaking staff.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, subject to a lifetime cap under GCCS policy.
• Mental health and well-being support through expanded employee assistance and wellness programs.
• 403(b) retirement match up to 5% for eligible staff.
• Perfect attendance incentive program up to $1,600 annually.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level