2026-27 Kindergarten Teacher, Gracemor Elementary

2026-27 Kindergarten Teacher, Gracemor Elementary Kansas City, Missouri Job Details Job ID: 5631874 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job Description KINDERGARTEN TEACHER Qualifications Valid Missouri Teacher Certificate Birth-3rd Grade Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Reports to: Building Principal Job Goal: To create a flexible kindergarten program and environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish effective rapport with pupils; motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed for further participation in the total school program; establish good relationships with parents and other staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides learning experiences in language arts, social studies, pre-reading, arithmetic, science, art, physical education, and music to pupils using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of pupils with wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturities. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and help pupils make a satisfactory transition to school. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities. Evaluates academic and social growth of pupils and keeps appropriate records. Communicates with parents through a variety of means; holds parent conferences to discuss the individual pupil’s progress and interpret the school program. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through in‑service education activities provided by the district and self‑selected professional growth activities. Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records. Ensures a comfortable room environment through control of heating, lighting, and ventilation to the extent possible. Supervises pupils in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned working day. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs as required. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities. Demonstrates effective human relations and communication skills. Complies with good safety practices. Complies with all district rules, regulations, and policies. Other duties/responsibilities deemed necessary may be assigned. Physical Demands The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak, and must have close moderate and distance vision ability. This individual must be able to travel between district facilities. The position requires a moderate amount of travel and physical activity. Conditions and Environment The work environment is consistent with typical office/school environment. Terms of Employment Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board Of Education. Benefits according to Board policies. Other Details FLSA: Exempt Retirement: Public School Retirement System (PSRS) Certificates and Licenses: Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate, Birth-3rd Grade Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluations utilizing the Performance-Based Teacher Evaluation process. Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education