Elementary Classroom Teacher for SY26-27West Franklin USD 287 • www.usd287.org West Franklin U.S.D. # 287
TITLE: Elementary Classroom Teacher
QUALIFICATIONS: Current Kansas Teaching Certification
West Franklin USD 287 is accepting applications for an Elementary teacher position during the 2026-2027 school year. The current placement of this position has not been determined. West Franklin USD 287 has two elementary schools: West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose and West Franklin Elementary at Williamsburg. Applicants must have a current KS teaching license.
All interested candidates should fill out the certified application found on the district web site, www.usd287.org. Please include a copy of your teaching license, resume, and transcripts. The position is open until filled. USD 287 offers full paid single BC/BS health plan, KPERS retirement, 10 days of discretionary leave per year accumulating up to 60 leave days, sick leave bank is available. Section 125 benefits & 403 (b) plans available. Salary will be per negotiated agreement. USD 287 gives full credit for years of teaching experience upon initial placement. West Franklin USD #287 is an equal opportunity employer. Please complete the required Background Check Form. Visit www.usd2857.org to apply It is the policy of the Board of Education of Unified School District No. 287, Pomona, Kansas to assure equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, religion, color sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, or age, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities to everyone. This policy covers all aspects of employment relationships including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training and apprenticeship, compensation, layoff, termination and harassment. Benefits Information USD 287 offers full paid single BC/BS health plan, KPERS retirement, 10 days of discretionary leave per year accumulating up to 60 leave days, sick leave bank is available. Section 125 benefits & 403 (b) plans available.
Salary Information Salary will be per negotiated agreement. USD 287 gives full credit for years of teaching experience upon initial placement.
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West Franklin Unified School District 287 is comprised of two elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. The two elementary schools serve Pre-K through grade 5; West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose is located in a rural location 7 miles north of Pomona, while West Franklin Elementary at Williamsburg is located within the city of Williamsburg. West Franklin Middle School, serving grades 6-8 and West Franklin High School are on the same campus and both are located in the city of Pomona. The West Franklin School District`s Mission is to serve our school community by providing a safe, structured learning environment that develops productive citizens who can persevere through challenges. While we provide a strong academic focus on reading and math in our curriculum, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education for all students. Each elementary school (PreK-5) houses a preschool operated by Three Lakes Educational Cooperative and each has strong family support and Parent-Teacher Organizations. Students within the district culminate their education at West Franklin Middle School and West Franklin High School. WFHS provides opportunities for students to engage in a variety of electives including 8 CTE Pathways. Students at WFMS have the opportunity to participate in 13 extra-curricular activities while students at WFHS may participate in 19 extra-curricular activities, 4 academic organizations, and 3 outside clubs. WFHS students may also participate in coursework through a variety of academic partners including Neosho County Community College (Ottawa), Washburn Institute of Technology, and Flint Hills Technical College as well as many online opportunities. West Franklin USD #287 is the perfect setting for those that enjoy small-town rural life with access to city amenities or lakeside fun. Kansas City, Lawrence, and Topeka are within an hour drive. Pomona, Melvern and Clinton Lakes offer close recreational facilities for those interested in water sports or other outside activities. For those who would choose to further their educational experience, Emporia State University, Washburn University, Baker University, Ottawa University and the University of Kansas are within an hour of the district.
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Pomona, KS 66076 Job Start Date August-1-2026 Applications Due By March-1-2026 Job Contact Information |