Kindergarten-All Day (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

12h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 20 to 25 students
Ability and patience to work interactively with students
Skill in 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
Ability to understand the individual needs of each student
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals, and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day to day tasks
Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service
For schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position
Current Kansas State teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education or (K-6) Elementary Education Unified (K-6) or Early Childhood Unified (K-3 classes only) required
Classroom teaching experience
Bachelor's Degree required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students

Responsibilities

Provides direct instruction and facilitates student learning using current best practices and strategies in all courses study
Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate those objectives to students, parents, and peers as appropriate
Creates effective lesson plans to guide daily instruction
Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
Assign lessons and correct homework
Administer assessments to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress
Maintain discipline in the classroom
Maintain a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating
Communicate with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems
Work with Special Education or ESOL teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom
Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
Prepare 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
Completes all required reports as identified by building principal or school district
Provides supervision in common areas to support school and district mission and goals
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors.