Classroom Teacher (2026-2027)

Classroom Teacher

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) serves more than 1600 students from PreK12 and is a free open-enrollment public charter school system located in Kansas City Missouri. Over 97% of our students identify as Latinx and many are bilingual or English learners. Our network includes Guadalupe Centers Elementary School Guadalupe Centers Middle School and Guadalupe Centers High School.

GCCS grew out of Guadalupe Centers educational programs part of the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the United States since 1919. Our deep community roots shape our mission: to prepare all students academically socially and emotionally for college career and life success.

Why Work at GCCS

Students & Families:
Our teachers form strong relationships with students and families through a community-driven approach. The connection between our schools and Guadalupe Centers historic mission fosters trust and collaboration that support student success.

Staff Autonomy:
GCCS teachers are empowered to innovate. We value professional judgment and encourage creative research-based classroom practices that meet the needs of diverse learners.

Coaching & Development:
Each staff member collaborates with their instructional coach and building leadership to set annual professional growth goals aligned to district priorities. Our development model focuses on reflection collaboration and continuous learning.

Competitive Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and certification level

• Relocation stipend (for qualifying hires)

• Bilingual stipend (Spanish-speaking staff)

• Tuition reimbursement for continued education (up to lifetime cap per GCCS policy)

• Mental health and well-being support through expanded employee assistance and wellness programs

• 403(b) retirement match up to 5% (for eligible staff)

• Perfect attendance incentive program (up to $1600 annually)

• Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage

Reports To:

Building Principal

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain a safe inclusive and engaging classroom environment that supports learning and positive student behavior.

• Deliver instruction aligned to the Missouri Learning Standards and GCCS curriculum frameworks.

• Integrate ESL and culturally responsive strategies to support multilingual learners across all content areas.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles language levels and IEP/504 accommodations.

• Maintain accurate and timely records grades and documentation to meet district and DESE reporting requirements.

• Collaborate with colleagues instructional coaches and support staff to plan implement and refine instruction.

• Communicate effectively and professionally with students families and colleagues through multiple modes (in-person email phone conferences).

• Serve as a role model of professionalism ethics and cultural competence.

• Assess and monitor student progress using both formative and summative data; use results to adjust instruction.

• Participate in PLCs (Professional Learning Communities) professional development and district initiatives.

• Attend and actively participate in parent meetings IEP/504 conferences and building events as required.

• Ensure the proper implementation of all student modifications and accommodations per IEP/504 plans.

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement reflection and professional growth.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall success of students and the school community.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and classroom management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team-oriented environment

• Passion for working with historically underrepresented student populations

• Commitment to data-driven and culturally responsive teaching practices

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Elementary or Secondary Education (Masters preferred)

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in a relevant content area or grade level

• Two or more years of successful teaching experience preferred

• Experience in an urban or bilingual school environment strongly preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing walking and classroom facilitation

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

• Ability to navigate multiple school sites and participate in field or community-based activities as needed

Application Process:

Please complete an online application athttps:// Attach your resume cover letter transcripts and certification (if applicable).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or veteran status. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forward complaints or participate in investigations of discrimination.

Required Experience:

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