Kindergarten-All Day (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kindergarten-All Day Teacher is responsible for teaching and facilitating learning, maintaining academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. This role involves working closely with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education tailored to meet the needs of all students. The teacher will provide direct instruction using current best practices, establish clear lesson objectives, create effective lesson plans, and collaborate with staff. Key duties include assigning and correcting homework, administering assessments, maintaining classroom discipline, and communicating student progress to parents/guardians. The position also requires working with Special Education or ESOL teachers for appropriate modifications, participating in professional development, and preparing students for state assessment exams. The teacher must adhere to school district policies, complete required reports, and supervise students in common areas. The role requires interaction with district personnel, customers, and vendors, handling diverse populations with tact and diplomacy, and providing responsive customer service. Employees are expected to maintain punctuality and a professional appearance.

Requirements

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)
Classroom teaching experience
Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
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
Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations
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
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

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