High School Home Economics Teacher
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Job Location:
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
High School Home Economics Teacher |
Location: St. Louis MO
Department: Schools / Academics
Reports To: Principal or Assistant Principal
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt
About Kairos Academies
Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners leaders and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help students take ownership of their education and their lives.
Kairos serves a diverse vibrant community in South St. Louis united by the belief that every learner deserves agency belonging and opportunity.
Kairos serves a diverse vibrant community in South St. Louis united by the belief that every learner deserves agency belonging and opportunity.
Teacher First Compensation Model
At Kairos we invest in teachers first. Our Teacher First Compensation (TFC) model provides transparent performance-based pay that rewards professional growth collaboration and classroom impactnot tenure.
Annual Salary Range (2025-26)
- Professional: $60000
- Advanced: $70000
- Exemplary: $80000
- $3000 signing bonus
Salary bands are determined through Kairos TFC performance framework and are reviewed annually through individualized growth and feedback cycles.
Position Summary
Kairos Academies is seeking a hardworking culture-building student-focused and data-driven Home Economics Teacher. At Kairos all teachers are leadersyoull not only teach a wide range of essential life skills but also serve in a whole-school service role (e.g. Hospitality Lead Wellness Lead) that empowers students to connect classroom learning with real-world application.
Through strong relationships data-informed instruction and coaching-based mentorship Kairos teachers empower students to take ownership of their growth.
At Kairos we hire for mindset as much as skill. Our most successful teachers are reflective adaptable and deeply committed to continuous learning.
The ideal teacher models Love Excellence Agency and Diversity in every interactionholding high expectations while fostering belonging curiosity and joy.
At Kairos we hire for mindset as much as skill. Our most successful teachers are reflective adaptable and deeply committed to continuous learning.
The ideal teacher models Love Excellence Agency and Diversity in every interactionholding high expectations while fostering belonging curiosity and joy.
Key Responsibilities
Rigorous Instruction and Curriculum
- Design and implement engaging standards-aligned units across core areas of Home Economics:
- Culinary & Nutrition: recipe reading meal planning nutrition food safety
- Textiles & Design: sewing clothing construction repairs fabric care
- Family & Child Development: child care developmental milestones family dynamics
- Health & Hygiene: wellness first aid grooming personal safety
- Consumer & Financial Literacy: budgeting saving credit career readiness consumer awareness
- Housing & Interior Design: household management cleaning organization design basics
- Broader Life Skills: etiquette hospitality sustainability civic responsibility social skills
- Integrate project-based and hands-on learning experiences that connect academics with practical applications.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Data-Driven Practice
- Assess student learning using performance tasks projects and authentic assessments.
- Analyze student progress to inform instruction and adjust supports.
- Provide clear actionable feedback to help students build mastery.
Student and Family Engagement
- Communicate student progress and next steps via email calls and parent-teacher conferences.
- Provide students and families with strategies to extend life skills learning beyond the classroom.
Mentoring
- Facilitate student Circle once a week and participate in staff Circle once a week.
- Monitor your mentor groups academic and behavior progress; support students in setting and reaching ambitious academic and character goals.
- Serve as a direct point-of-contact for Kairos families to share school-wide information and student support updates.
Whole School Leadership
- Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g. Tutoring Lead Wellness Lead Event Hospitality Lead) that drives school-wide culture and student success.
Driver Goals
- Proficiency on course-aligned performance tasks: 60%
- Growth on project rubrics and student reflections: 70%
- Mentoring Participation: 75%
- On-Track Gradient Classes: 85%
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Family & Consumer Sciences Education Home Economics or related field; Masters preferred
- Valid Missouri Substitute Certification
- Demonstrated passion for student growth and development
Strong interpersonal communication and classroom management skills - Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S.; clear criminal background check
Preferred:
- Valid Missouri Family & Consumer Sciences teaching certification (or willingness to certify ASAP)
- 3 years of teaching Home Economics or related subjects at the middle or high school level
- Familiarity with project-based learning personalized instruction or executive-function coaching.
Technology and Safety
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office student information systems and instructional technology tools
- Commitment to classroom and equipment safety protocols
Work Schedule & Environment
- MondayFriday 7:30 AM 4:30 PM (hours may vary by grade level and/or WSS Role)
- Occasional evening and weekend events (family nights showcases performances)
- Fast-paced collaborative student-centered environment
- On-site role at Kairos Academies St. Louis MO
Compensation & Benefits
Teacher First Compensation (TFC) Model Transparent merit-based and tied to growth and performance.
- Professional: $60000
- Advanced: $70000
- Exemplary: $80000
- plus a $3000 signing bonus
Benefits Include:
- Health Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Professional Development & Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Certification & Graduate Coursework Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities
Join Our Team
If you believe teaching is both a craft and a callingand youre ready to grow in a feedback-rich high-trust environmentwed love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of education at Kairos Academies.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Math
- Special Education
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Cordova
About Company
Kairos Academies serving grades 5-12 is St. Louis’ only tuition-free, personalized learning public school.
