Kindergarten Teacher — Wichita, KS at Wichita Public

About the Role

As a Kindergarten-All Day Teacher, you will be the cornerstone of our students' early educational journey. This role is dedicated to facilitating learning, maintaining academic progress, and fostering a safe, stimulating environment for students in grades K-5. You will work closely with parents, students, and colleagues to implement classroom education that meets the unique needs of every child.

Your day will involve delivering direct instruction using current best practices, creating effective lesson plans, and guiding students through their academic and social development. Beyond the classroom, you will collaborate with Special Education and ESOL teachers to ensure appropriate modifications are in place, while maintaining open lines of communication with families to discuss progress and support student success.

Our Mission and Culture

At USD 259, we are committed to operating schools effectively to serve our diverse community. We believe that every employee plays a vital role in achieving our mission, purpose, and goals. We expect our staff to interact with internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner, providing responsive service with tact and diplomacy.

We value professionalism and confidentiality. Employees are expected to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of the district and to adhere to all policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district. Punctuality and dedication to scheduled hours are essential to our collective success.

Application Instructions

Candidates must possess a current Kansas State teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9), Elementary Education (K-6), or Early Childhood Unified (K-3 classes only), along with a Bachelor's Degree and classroom teaching experience. Please ensure your application highlights your experience with diverse populations and your commitment to educational pedagogy.

Work location

Work model: On-site

I 135;US 81;KS 15, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, 67214, United States

Wichita, Kansas

Key Responsibilities

check_circleProvide direct instruction and facilitate student learning using current best practices
check_circleCreate effective lesson plans and establish clear objectives for all lessons and projects
check_circleMaintain classroom discipline and ensure a safe, stimulating learning environment
check_circleCommunicate with parents and schedule meetings to discuss student progress and problems
check_circlePrepare classroom instructions to promote student success on state assessment exams
check_circleComplete all required reports and participate in faculty meetings and professional development workshops
check_circleAssign lessons, correct homework, and administer assessments to evaluate student progress
check_circleCollaborate with staff and special education teachers to implement appropriate student modifications

Requirements

verifiedCurrent Kansas State teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education (K-6) or Early Childhood Unified (K-3)
verifiedBachelor's Degree
verifiedClassroom teaching experience

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Microsoft Outlook, Student Information System, Smart Boards, I Pads, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Unified, Esol, Special Education, Teaching Methods, Educational Pedagogy.

Education: Bachelor's Degree required.

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A Kindergarten-All Day Teacher at Wichita Public Schools - USD259 is responsible for the following: Provide direct instruction and facilitate student learning using current best practices; Create effective lesson plans and establish clear objectives for all lessons and projects; Maintain classroom discipline and ensure a safe, stimulating learning environment; and Communicate with parents and schedule meetings to discuss student progress and problems.

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To qualify for the Kindergarten-All Day Teacher at Wichita Public Schools - USD259 position, applicants should have: Current Kansas State teaching license in Elementary Education (K-9) or Elementary Education (K-6) or Early Childhood Unified (K-3); Bachelor's Degree; and Classroom teaching experience.

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Kindergarten-All Day Teacher at Wichita Public Schools - USD259 is based in I 135;US 81;KS 15, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas, 67214, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Wichita Public Schools - USD259 has listed this Kindergarten-All Day Teacher role as on-site.

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Key skills for Kindergarten-All Day Teacher at Wichita Public Schools - USD259 include Microsoft Outlook; Student Information System; Smart Boards; I Pads; Elementary Education; Early Childhood Unified; Esol; and Special Education.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree required.

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Kindergarten-All Day Teacher at Wichita Public Schools - USD259 is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

Kindergarten-All Day Teacher