High School FACS Teacher

Tonganoxie USD 464 • www.tong464.org

Job Description

 

Title:    Teacher

 

Reports to/Supervised by:   Building Principal

 

Job Goal:

To help students do the following:

  • Master subject areas specified by the district’s curriculum guides
  • Demonstrate that mastery on local- state and national assessments that are the foundational elements of the school accreditation process
  • Develop into mature- able and responsible citizens

 

Qualifications:

  • A valid building-level/subject area license issued by the Kansas State Board of Education
  • Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others- including the ability to communicate effectively with a broad number of audiences
  • Effective management of job responsibilities to meet the established district outcomes
  • Use of district-identified computer hardware and software- as well as other district-provided technology as needed
  • Adaptation to the compressed time schedule of a school day and year
  • As many of their duties will be supervising groups of children without the benefit of additional help or administrative supervision- the job requires significant self-discipline- internal motivation- and sound judgment

 

Performance Responsibilities include- but are not limited to the following:

 

  • Oversee safe and orderly classrooms
  • Create a safe and orderly environment that facilitates positive behavior and learning for all students
  • Take appropriate action when students exhibit emotionally/physically distressed behaviors
  • Supervise students as assigned
  • Ensure student achievement for all student groups
  • Monitor progress of individual students and student groups through the use of appropriate testing techniques and with the assistance of technology when appropriate       

Build positive school/community relations

  • Support the mission of the school and the district
  • Facilitate cooperation between all persons in the school community

 

Lead the students in developing constructive peer and student/teacher relations

  • Assist students in development of appropriate communication skills
  • Follows al district policies- handbooks and regulations

 

Oversee effective and efficient student performance

  • Assist students in development of cognitive skills
  • Set high expectations for learning for all students- based on their individual needs
  • Use a variety of instructional materials- activities and approaches appropriate to the needs of individual learners
  • Develop and monitor plans of improvement for students who are not meeting academic goals

 

Practice responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management

  • Procure classroom supplies and equipment following building budget guidelines
  • Establish behavior guidelines that ensure the care and maintenance of district facilities and equipment

 

Model positive professional attributes

  • Participate in professional activities to enhance knowledge and skills
  • Use written and spoken language well
  • Maintain parental contact
  • Handle student work in a timely- confidential and effective manner
  • Maintain classroom hours sufficient to meet job expectations
  • Perform other duties as assigned and in accordance with the provisions of the USD 464 Board of Education

 

Evaluation:   Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the USD 464 Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and/or the district’s Negotiated Agreement.

 

Work Year:                178.5 days

 

Appointment:          One year subject to annual review and renewal


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Tonganoxie USD 464 - www.tong464.org

OUR SCHOOLS

Tonganoxie USD 464 serves approximately 1,946 students in three schools.

  1. Tonganoxie Elementary School ~ Grades Prekindergarten-5
  2. Tonganoxie Middle School ~ Grades 6-8
  3. Tonganoxie High School ~ Grades 9-12
  4. District Administrative Center and Board of Education Office

District Highlights:

  1. Completion of $51.4MM bond project to build new high school classrooms and           athletic facilities completed in January 2023
  2. Recently awarded Copper Stars by KSDE for High School Graduation and                       Postsecondary Success
  3. Special Education Cooperative, in conjunction with Basehor-Linwood USD 458

OUR TEACHERS

Tonganoxie USD 464 recognizes that our teachers are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive salaries, a myriad of professional development opportunities, and outstanding benefits. The district currently has 328 employees: 161 teachers, 16 administrators & supervisors, and 151 support staff.

Teachers who join our district will enjoy:

  1. Starting annual salary ranging from $44,400-$48,200
  2. Generous sick, personal, and professional leave days
  3. District-paid health insurance
  4. Collaborative work environment
  5. Culture of high expectations & results
  6. Various parent/volunteer support organizations

OUR COMMUNITY

USD 464 is located in Tonganoxie, Kansas, which has a population of 5,583 and enjoys low crime, low cost of living, and a plethora of parks and trails. Tonganoxie`s recreation commission offers sports leagues and activities for all ages, and the water park is a great spot to cool off on a summer day! Tonganoxie is conveniently located 15 minutes from Lawrence, 40 minutes from Topeka, and 3 miles north of Interstate 70, which makes for a quick 25 minute ride to downtown Kansas City. Tonganoxie residents enjoy major metropolitan amenities, arts, entertainment, sports, festivals, diversity, education, parks, and trails, as well as our award-winning schools, hometown atmosphere, & beautiful countryside!

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Job Contact Address

300 US Highway-24/40
Tonganoxie, KS 66086

Job Start Date

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Applications Due By

June-30-2023

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