Job Details

Full-time. Grades 9-12.

Purpose

Plan and deliver instruction to middle and high school students, facilitating maximum student learning and mastery of district curricular outcomes while fostering academic, social, and emotional growth.

Reports to

Building Principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education or related field and licensure by the Kansas State Board of Education
• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file
• Demonstrates excellence in teaching and instructional strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements

Requires prolonged sitting or standing, and use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue

Work Environment

Ability to handle a fast?paced, intense work environment. Must occasionally work in noisy and crowded environments, with numerous interruptions.

Essential Functions

Plans and implements individual and group curriculum/instruction to meet district standards.

Utilizes various instructional methods to engage students and accommodate diverse learning needs.

Assesses student performance through assignments, tests, and projects.

Assigns and grades classwork, homework, and assessments.

Creates and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.

Encourages student engagement and critical thinking.

Communicates regularly with parents through conferences, reports, and other methods.

Identifies and reports potential exceptionalities for early student referrals.

Collaborates with faculty and administration to align curriculum and support student transitions.

Participates in professional development and district inservice programs.

Supervises students during activities such as assemblies, field trips, or extracurricular events.

Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports as required.

General Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction to secondary students
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support student academic and personal development
• Collaborate with school community to enhance educational outcomes

El Dorado USD #490 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. If you have questions regarding the above, please contact: Title IX Section 504 Coordinator, 124 West Central, El Dorado, Kansas, 67042, 316-###-####.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability insurance
• Section 125 Plan
• $117 a year toward YMCA membership
• Salary: Negotiated Agreement Salary Schedule; commensurate with background and experience, starting at $48,680/yr.