Summary*

*Please note this is a general job posting for the 2025-26 school year to collect applications of candidates who are interested in teaching at Kairos Academies when a future role becomes available. If a role becomes available in the future we will reach out to schedule an interview with you.

• Deliver rigorous standards-aligned instruction that drives measurable student achievement.
• Develop high-quality rigorous lesson plans unit plans rubrics and assessments that align with school goals.
• Regularly analyze data to inform instructional decisions interventions and supports.
• Provide daily meaningful feedback to students tailored to their individual academic needs.

• Build deep authentic relationships with students and families to support students holistic development and persistence at Kairos.
• Maintain proactive transparent and consistent communication with families regarding student progress.
• Mentor and advise students regularly through advisory sessions and structured 1-1 check-ins.
• Actively contribute to cultivating a strong school culture grounded in Kairos core values:Love Excellence Agency and Diversity.

• Engage proactively in whole-school service obligations beyond your classroom role shaping school culture and community engagement. Example roles include Grade-Level Lead Community Lead SEL Lead Content Lead and more.
• Embrace Kairos collaborative professional community supporting peers instructional growth and participating in professional learning communities (PLCs) and coaching check-ins.

• Above State Average Proficiency(on/above grade level) on Missouri MAP/EOC Assessments.
• 70% growthon NWEA MAP (national benchmark assessments).
• 90% student & family satisfactionwith education at Kairos.
• 90% Average Daily Attendance (ADA).
• 90% student persistenceyear-over-year.

• Embrace high standards and a deep commitment to student excellence and achievement.
• Proactively adapt learn and iterate to meet evolving school and student needs.
• Demonstrate resilience and positivity in receiving and applying constructive feedback.
• Go above & beyond daily consistently demonstrating initiative flexibility and problem-solving.

• Demonstrate consistently high instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain high student achievement growth outcomes.
• Build lasting relationships that enhance student persistence and the school community.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office instructional technology and data management platforms.
• Regular use of a computer-based student Information Management system.
• Skillful use of digital curriculum resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Know teach and reinforce our safety policies and procedures.
• Proactively recognize and report unsafe actions or environments.
• Respond swiftly and appropriately to emergencies to maintain a safe school climate.

• Ability to occasionally exert 20-50 pounds frequently exert 10-25 pounds.
• Comfortable using instructional technology extensively throughout the day.
• Mobility and stamina to supervise instruct and support students actively.

• Active dynamic classroom and school environment with varying noise levels and frequent interactions.
• This isnot a remote positionall Kairos teachers deliver instructionin-personandonsiteat our St. Louis campus.

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Valid Missouri Substitute Certification (required).
• Valid Missouri Teacher Certification is strongly preferred or willing to obtain promptly.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience is preferred.
• Successful completion of criminal records check annually.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

1. Administrative Qualifications (certification & teaching experience)
2. Instructional Quality (demonstrated through interviews & teaching samples)
3. Professional Record of Results (academic achievement & leadership contributions)

• Base Salary for certified teachers with experience starts at: $60000
• The starting salary for all qualified teacher assistant candidates begins at a competitive minimum of $45000 annually.
• (Specific placement within bands depends on points earned in our evaluation system.)

• Health Dental Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Wellness & Professional Development reimbursement
• Certification & School Tuition Assistance
• Comprehensive coaching and professional growth opportunities through structured mentorship and PLCs.

• In-person role at Kairos Academies (St. Louis MO 63118).
• Monday Friday:7:30 am 5:00 pm (School Leaders select times for teachers between this window)
• Participation in select evening/weekend school-community events is expected.