9-12th Grade STEM Teacher

Kauffman School • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free public charter school serving grades 5–12 and focused on creating college graduates. The school seeks results-driven, culturally responsive educators who hold high expectations for every student, build strong relationships, communicate expectations clearly, act purposefully, assess their impact, and provide rigorous learning that supports critical thinking and engagement with the world.

The High School Teacher teaches students in grades 9–12 in subject areas that may include math, science, English, history, AP and dual-credit courses, or specials such as language, fitness, art, and music. Because the charter network is growing, teachers may teach across grades and content areas; grade-level and subject preferences are discussed during interviews, and flexibility is valued.

Teachers develop and adapt standards-aligned curriculum, design assessments and use data to improve instruction, differentiate learning, and maintain rigorous and engaging instruction. They build authentic relationships, uphold consistent behavioral expectations, collaborate with colleagues, embrace feedback, and support the school’s mission and PREP values: Perseverance, Results, Empathy, and Passion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience working with students in urban or public charter settings, including through student teaching, after-school programs, or camps.
• Eligible for or holding state teaching certification or licensure for middle school.
• Deep commitment to the Kauffman School’s mission and to closing the achievement gap.
• Maturity, humility, strong work ethic, resilience, responsiveness to feedback, attention to detail, and entrepreneurial energy.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and act strategically while managing competing demands.
• Flexibility to teach across grades and content areas.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Teaching experience or leadership in a high-performing charter, district, or independent school.

Responsibilities

• Develop and adapt curriculum aligned to state and Common Core standards.
• Design formative and summative assessments, use data to refine instruction, and provide interventions.
• Maximize instructional time with urgency and purpose.
• Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning profiles and keep students engaged and challenged.
• Deliver instruction with passion and a “whatever it takes” mindset to help students succeed.
• Build strong, authentic relationships with students and model the school’s PREP values: Perseverance, Results, Empathy, and Passion.
• Uphold consistent behavioral systems and school-wide expectations.
• Embrace feedback, engage in continuous improvement, and take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 403(b) plan, with employer match available up to 4%.
• Participation in the KCPSRS retirement system.
• Paid time off and school holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

What This Job Offers

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