Search jobs > Kansas City, MO > Elementary teacher

Upper Elementary Teacher (4th & 5th Grade)

KIPP Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Full-time

Job Description

As a KIPP KC Public Schools Teacher, your core responsibilities include :

Instructional Delivery and Assessment

  • Develop or internalize year-long Missouri State standards-based (or other curriculum-based), backwards-planned unit plans and lesson plans that meet all students’ learning needs
  • Use assessment data to modify short and long-term plans in order to promote all students’ academic performance
  • Embrace and incorporate feedback in the spirit of constant improvement
  • Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems

Academic and Cultural Support

  • Assume personal responsibility for student achievement
  • Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
  • Establish and maintain working relationships with students and families based on trust and respect
  • Participate in the daily functions of the school such as morning, lunch, and afternoon supervisory duties
  • Attend critical school events such as staff meetings, open houses, and student-led parent conferences
  • Meet professional obligations including timeliness and consistency in meeting deadlines
  • Exemplify the school cultural expectations

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork
  • Deep commitment to educational equity and underserved communities
  • Valid Missouri Teaching license with required certification for subject and level assigned*
  • Demonstrated knowledge of core subject area assigned
  • Satisfactory outcome of a background check
  • Applicants currently pursuing a certification may apply before certification is received. All certifications must be acquired and on file with KIPP KC before the end of the first year of employment.

Additional Information

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Additionally, KIPP KC offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement.

24 days ago
Related jobs
KIPP Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri

As a KIPP KC Public Schools Teacher, your core responsibilities include:. Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems. Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor. ...

KIPP DC
Kansas City, Missouri

We are a Pre-K through 12th grade school located in the historical 18th and Vine District. KIPP KC opened its first school, KIPP Endeavor Academy, in 2007 with approximately 31 fifth grade students. Today, KIPP Kansas City has grown to serve students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade and is cur...

Kansas City Public Schools
Kansas City, Missouri

Teaches elementary school students academic, social, and motor skills in public schools by performing the following duties. Keeps attendance and grade records as required by the school. Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from four-year College or University. Missouri State Certification in El...

Promoted
The Stepping Stones Group
Kansas City, Missouri

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a School Services Special Education Teacher for a travel job in Kansas City, Missouri. As a Special Education Teacher with The Stepping Stones Group, you will:. Collaborate closely with general education teachers, therapists, families, and other professionals to ...

Promoted
Flexible Educators
MO, United States

We are hiring long-term Substitute Teachers in St. ...

Promoted
American Consumer Panels
Gladstone, Missouri
Remote

...

Kelly
Liberty, Missouri

Remember that teacher who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn! Substitute teaching is a wonderful opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves. Substitute teachers are essential to ensuring students continue to learn and grow every day. Missouri ...

Hazelwood School District
District Wide, MO, US

The Title I Math Interventionist will provide supplemental math services and facilitate student achievement by helping students to learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. Should funds no longer be available, or the sch...

EcoSafe Environmental Services Inc.
Kansas City, Missouri

The Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office by providing administrative support, managing day-to-day tasks, and maintaining efficient workflows. Administrative Assistant needed in the Greater Kansas City area for an environmental consulting an...

Phalen Leadership Academies
Kansas City, Missouri

In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention...