Wichita Public Schools·Wichita, Kansas
The teacher will facilitate learning by creating effective lesson plans, delivering instruction, and maintaining a safe, disciplined classroom environment. They will also collaborate with staff and parents to monitor student progress and implement necessary educational modifications.
Eligible for $3,000 Hard to Fill Signing Bonus for Internal and External applicants. Job Title: Third Grade Teacher Position Function: Teaches and facilitates learning and maintains academic progress, discipline, and records for students in grades K-5. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students. Essential Performance Responsibilities: Provides direct instruction and facilitates student learning using current best practices and strategies in all courses study Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicate those objectives to students, parents, and peers as appropriate Creates effective lesson plans to guide daily instruction Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students Assigns lessons and correct homework Administers assessments to evaluate student progress, record results, and inform parents of progress Maintains discipline in the classroom Maintains a classroom that is conducive to learning, safe, and stimulating Communicates with parents/guardians and schedule periodic meetings to discuss student progress and/or problems Works with Special Education or ESOL teacher to ensure appropriate modifications are being implemented in the classroom Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops Prepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment exams Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district Completes all required reports as identified by building principal or school district Provides supervision in common areas to support school and district mission and goals Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisors.
This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.
Candidates must hold a valid Kansas State teaching license in Elementary Education and possess a Bachelor's degree. Previous classroom teaching experience is preferred.
Market context
In Kansas, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by district staffing needs, licensure requirements, and school-year hiring cycles, with candidates competing on subject fit, classroom experience, and certification status. This role is competitive because schools typically look for educators who can manage instruction, student support, and compliance with district expectations; in this posting, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your credentials align with the listed qualifications and be ready to show relevant teaching or instructional experience.