Electives Teacher

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Electives Teacher The Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools serve 1600 students from PreK-12 and are a free, open-enrollment public charter school. Over 96% of our students are Latinx. Our school system consists of Guadalupe Centers High School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers Elementary School. Our system grew out of Guadalupe Centers’ educational programming. Guadalupe Centers is the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US since 1919. Our roots in our community run deep. There are many benefits to working at GCCS, with some of them being: Student and Families: GCCS teachers strive to form strong relationships with our students and their families. Our organization grew out of Guadalupe Centers, the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US. These community ties are integral to who we are. Staff Autonomy: Teachers at GCCS appreciate having the autonomy to try proven and new approaches in their classroom and are encouraged to innovate. The experience of teachers is valued, and they are given space to collaborate and share their best practices with each other. Coaching and Development: Staff at GCCS collaborate with their leaders on their growth and development. GCCS teachers set a professional development goal in collaboration with their coaches, colleagues, and in-district initiatives. All staff are aligned on working on their development over the year. Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Competitive compensation and benefits, a qualifying relocation stipend upon hire, a bilingual (Spanish) stipend upon hire, and tuition reimbursement. GCCS has also expanded our benefits around well-being and mental health. Summary: The ideal candidate will design and deliver engaging elective courses that empower students with essential 21st-century digital skills. This includes topics such as online safety, digital citizenship, productivity tools, basic coding, media literacy, and responsible technology use.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, Educational Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
Valid teaching credential or certification (as required by the state).
Experience teaching middle school students.
Strong knowledge of digital literacy concepts, tools, and platforms.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Spanish.
Experience in coding instruction (e.g., Scratch, Python, or web development).
Familiarity with digital media tools (e.g., video editing, graphic design, or podcasting).
Google Certified Educator or similar edtech certifications.
Passion for integrating STEM/STEAM principles in education

Responsibilities

Develop and teach digital literacy and technology-related electives for students in grades 6–8.
Create lesson plans that meet educational standards while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and real-world application.
Integrate digital tools and platforms into classroom instruction to enhance learning outcomes.
Teach students how to evaluate online sources, use digital productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace or Microsoft 365), and practice safe and responsible online behavior.
Facilitate project-based learning experiences involving technology, such as coding, digital storytelling, or media creation.
Assess student progress through a variety of formative and summative methods.
Collaborate with other teachers and administrators to support school-wide digital citizenship initiatives.
Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom culture that encourages student exploration and ethical digital engagement.
Stay current with emerging technologies and digital education trends.
Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding student progress and curriculum goals.