General Education Teacher

Would you enjoy teaching students who need another chance?

Smoky Hill Education Service Center is seeking a General Education Teacher to begin teaching for the FY25-26 school year, for its program at Lawrence-Gardner High School (LGHS) in Topeka. The ideal candidate for this position would be a highly effective teacher, holding a Kansas teaching license with certification in English/General Education. However, LGHS will consider other candidates who are working toward licensure.

LGHS, a Kansas-accredited high school on the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex (KJCC) campus, is in Topeka, Kansas. Teachers and staff work with students from across Kansas who are temporary residents of KJCC to earn a high school diploma or their GED. Our professional staff works diligently to provide our youth with the best educational opportunities while paying attention to their SECD (Social Emotional Character Development) skills. In addition, we offer students the opportunity to earn certifications through Washburn Institute of Technology.

Why LGHS?

Year-around school year with monthly pay; holidays/school breaks are aligned to traditional school calendars

Class sizes between 8-12 students

Online curriculum; online assignments

Finish school daily at 3:30pm (M-F)

No after-school events or activities

Safe environment; student discipline managed by KJCC

Experienced, professional staff

Salary based on education & experience

Health insurance for full-time positions

KPERS retirement plan for full-time positions

Requirements for this position:
Valid Kansas teaching license, in the process of obtaining licensure for the content area desired.
Ability to work well with students of all abilities and backgrounds.
Proficiency using technology as an educational tool and for communication.
Ability to work well as part of a team in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $47,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• High school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English/Gen Ed.

License/Certification:

• Kansas Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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