TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies)

Lawrence Unified School District•Lawrence, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Some Hiring Administrators do not wait for positions to close before they begin interviewing. We hire as quickly as possible to be sure we get the most highly qualified candidates as soon as we see them. Please be sure to apply as soon as you can! This position is for a TEACHER SECONDARY (Social Studies) with USD 497. The role is a 1.0 FTE, working 8.0 hours per day for 188 days per year for new teachers and 186 days per year for returning teachers, covering the 2026-27 school year.

Requirements

Kansas Teaching Certificate/License
"Highly qualified" status according to KSDE and federal regulations
Possess and maintain licensure (certification) in the state of Kansas
Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers
Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others

Nice To Haves

SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area.
Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for all students/adults as assigned.
Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress.
Provides for appropriate re-teaching, adaptation, and/or extensions if needed.
Provides evidence of individual student/adult learning.
Prepares for assigned classes and can show evidence of such preparation.
Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for assignment.
Demonstrates command of the subject matter for which he/she is assigned to teach/coordinate.
Implements the district's written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
Demonstrates commitment to learn and apply new instructional and technology skills as related to assignment.
Works with other members of the staff in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
Cooperates with others regarding the selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues and others as related to assignment.
Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
Demonstrates respect and value for all students and staff.
Maintains professional and ethical standards.
Meets and instructs students/adults at designated location and times.
Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Maintains state certification/licensure standards for teachers in the field for which he/she is assigned.
Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.