Science Teacher (Grades 7-12)

Oxford USD 358 • www.usd358.com

Science Teacher (Grades 7–12)

Primary Assignment: Middle School Science

Position Type: Certified Teaching Position
Location: Oxford, Kansas

Apply at: educatekansas.org

Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated, flexible, and student-centered Science Teacher (Grades 7–12) to join our close-knit school community. The primary responsibility of this position will be teaching middle school science, with potential additional science courses at the high school level as needed. This position is ideal for an educator who values strong relationships, hands-on learning, and collaboration in a small-school environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teach middle school science courses aligned with state standards
Support additional science instruction for grades 9–12 as assigned
Develop engaging, hands-on, and inquiry-based science lessons
Create a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment
Assess student learning and provide timely feedback
Collaborate closely with fellow teachers, support staff, and administration
Integrate cross-curricular connections when appropriate
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Participate in school events, professional development, and committee work

Qualifications:

Valid state teaching license with appropriate science endorsement (7–12)
Strong classroom management and organizational skills
Ability to teach a range of learners in a small-school setting
Willingness to be flexible and contribute beyond the classroom
Commitment to building positive relationships with students and families

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching middle school science
Experience in a rural or small-school environment
Passion for hands-on labs and project-based learning

Why Join Our School:

Small class sizes and strong student-teacher relationships
Supportive community, staff and administration
A welcoming community that values education

 

Benefits Information

Payment toward insurance policy

Salary Information

Based on experience and our salary schedule. See the current Negotiated agreement at https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/638/Oxford_Usd_358/bb6cbfd2-b71e-4839-ba0d-13c55adaa924/2025-2026_Negotiated_Agreement-Approved.pdf?disposition=inline

Employer Information

Oxford USD 358 is located in Sumner County, 9 miles from the Kansas Turnpike on highway 160 between Winfield and Wellington, just 40 minutes south of Wichita. The district encompasses 136 square miles and includes the towns of Gueda Springs and Oxford.

District enrollment is approximately 400 students. Oxford Elementary School houses grades Prk-6, Oxford JH/HS has grades 7-12. The district also has a virtual school, Oxford Online, for students in grades 3-12 with an average enrollment of 55 students. Special education services are provided through the 619 interlocal based in Wellington.  The district has a strong focus on STEAM, CTE, and project based learning.  The 1A high school offers a variety of programs for students including major sports, FFA, NHS, KAY, and Student Council. High School students have dual credit opportunities with area post-secondary institutions. Our families and community support our schools and students second to none. USD 358 just completed a Bond Project which is added additional classrooms, FEMA storm shelters, and remodeled the Fine Arts and Career and Technical Education building. 

We have a 1-1 IPAD implementation K-12, MacBooks and IPADS for all teachers. Smart TV`s with Apple TVs are in all classrooms.  USD 358 has a school run daycare for the staff. 

Come check out the exciting things that Oxford USD 358 has to offer.  It`s a great place to teach, live, and raise a family. 

Explore our school and community on these sites: 

District Website: www.usd358.com

Facebook:  Oxford USD 358  www.facebook.com/358ohs

Twitter: Oxford USD 358 @usd358

 

 

USD 358 is an equal opportunity employer

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Job Contact Address

515 N. Water Street PO Box 970
Oxford, KS 67119

Job Start Date

August-1-2026

Applications Due By

January-30-2026

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