Title 1 Teacher (K-8) at BartlettAltamont Grade School

USD 506 Labette County

Job Posting for the 2026-2027 School Year

POSITION TITLE: Title I Reading Teacher at Bartlett/Altamont Grade School

SALARY RANGE: Full Time Teacher Contract as per the Negotiated Agreement available online athttps:// LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 2026-27 school year

POSITION SUMMARY: The professional Title I teacher is a highly qualified educator endorsed in the assigned teaching area with unique qualifications and skills to create a flexible program and a class environment favorable to the learning and personal growth of all students. This position requires a highly qualified individual capable of establishing effective rapport with students so as to effectively motivate students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation during their grade school years in accordance with each students ability. One who will act in the best interest of every child to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members that can impact the quality of the educational experience for all students.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal at Altamont Grade School

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Demonstrate effective planning including the use of district curriculum appropriate instructional objectives effective teaching practices and student assessment.
• Implement lesson plans that actively engage students and provide for the individual needs of students through the use of a variety of appropriate teaching models or strategies and techniques.
• Provide for individual student differences through appropriate lesson design interventions and extended learning opportunities.
• Provide for clear and purposeful student evaluation as the basis for instruction and reporting progress.
• Provide positive motivational experiences to communicate high expectations for student learning that conveys belief in all students ability to learn.
• Consistent use of effective classroom management techniques that promote high standards for student performance positive peer interactions and appropriate social behaviors.
• Communicate effectively in a clear explicit manner so as to exhibit respect for students colleagues administration parents community members and other key stakeholders.
• Work cooperatively with other school personnel to meet the needs of students and their families.
• Willingness to actively support students in their endeavors beyond the classroom through involvement in student organizations and athletic teams.
• Stays informed of and adhere to Board approved policies and regulations while using appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems.
• Strive to continually improve your teaching knowledge and job performance through the use of approved professional activities and staff development opportunities.
• Maintain open lines of communication with administrative personnel keeping them informed of issues potentially requiring their attention.
• Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Principal.
• Willingness to assume coaching responsibilities is highly desirable

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a valid Kansas school teaching license or qualify for and receive the initial teaching license¹ at the appropriate grade level and/or in the assigned subject matter.
• Be flexible positive and proactive in the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• The ability to effectively communicate (verbally electronically and in writing) with students faculty administration and parents.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications are available online at . The completed application packet should include a completed application letter of interest resume and proof of teacher certification or documentation of eligibility for a restricted teaching license¹.

CLOSING DATE: Until filled

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Mr. Spence Allison

¹The restricted teaching license is an alternative pathway that is intended to respond to school districts needs in hiring qualified licensed teachers. It is designed to recruit mid-career professionals who have a bachelors or masters degree in a content area they want to teach and who are seeking a career change. This pathway provides an opportunity for these individuals to have immediate access to start teaching under the restricted license while completing professional education pedagogy course work to become fully licensed. Information at is the policy of Labette County Unified School District No. 506 to follow employment practices which consider only qualifications of the applicant for a position without regard to race color religion age sex disability ancestry or national origin.

Required Experience:

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