3-4 Year Old PK Teacher 2023-2024 School YearDeerfield USD 216 • www.usd216.org Deerfield Elementary School is on a quest to find a passionate, committed, and caring Preschool/Pre-K Teacher to join our team! Applicants must hold one of the following:
At DES, the concept of Surprise and Delight is woven throughout all that we do. We strive for each and every student, staff member, and stakeholder to be amazed and engaged every day. We want to create and foster an environment where creativity, play, critical thinking, fun, and collaboration abound in all aspects of our school. Our Co-Teaching model provides a friendly, close-knit family environment that fosters personalized learning and success at every level. Deerfield Elementary is a forward-thinking, community-oriented, PK-5 public school, located in rural Southwest Kansas... Interventions, Connections, and Enrichments - fluid pacing Competency-based grading Developmentally appropriate, play-based instruction 21st Century Skills Perseverance through innovation Teacher leaders Positive, high-energy atmosphere The district offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a four-day week, Monday through Thursday. Deerfield High School is a 1A school in Southwest Kansas. We are located between Lakin and Holcomb and 15 miles from Garden City. USD 216 has well-maintained facilities and outstanding support for administrators, teachers, and students. Coaching and other sponsorships are a possibility, as well.
Benefits Information Board-paid insurance benefits include health, dental, and vision in the amount of $6,239.28 a year or $519.94 a month.
Salary Information Salary will be based on experience and qualifications, as outlined in the USD 216 Negotiated Agreement. The base salary for the 2023-2024 school year is $39,000 plus benefits. Teachers have the opportunity to earn up to an additional $1500 each year (which is added to their base salary) through a new and innovative merit-based pay system. The $1500 does include a guaranteed $500 increase yearly for years of service. We encourage you to visit our negotiated agreement at www.usd216.org to learn more about a system that values our teachers` work!
Employer Information Deerfield`s population is approximately 825 and is located in Kearny County in Southwestern Kansas. Primarily a rural district, Deerfield is nestled on Kansas`s western plains, located along Highway 50/400, just 14 miles west of Garden City. Deerfield is a wonderful friendly small farming community in which to live and raise a family. The community takes pride in its schools and supports activities. The Spartan community recently passed a $7.5 million dollar bond to upgrade district facilities. Our schools are located at the corner of 8th and Beech Street on the west side of town. USD 216 Deerfield serves students Pre-K through 12th grade on a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday for students and staff, and typically has 200 to 225 students. Our 1A school district is very proud of our academic success and our advanced technology. The district`s mission statement is, "Students Achievement is NUMBER ONE!" The district`s vision will ensure all students will be college and career-ready upon graduation by providing the best education through quality instruction and a rigorous curriculum. USD 216 expects students to assume equal responsibility for their learning. All classrooms are equipped with a wireless network throughout the district, and all the buildings are air-conditioned. 1 to 1 Chrome Book initiative was developed and implemented with Google Docs for grades K through 12th. A full-time technology coordinator is on staff. The district is a member of the High Plains Special Education Cooperative and the Southwest Plains Regional Service Center. We operate a 21st Century After School Program in our Elementary. Teachers and staff are supported with strong resources throughout the district, and a focus is put on meaningful professional development. Deerfield Elementary is comprised of a preschool program through fifth grade. We desire to create a cooperative community where students and educators strive for academic excellence within a safe, structured, and supportive environment. We value diversity, foster responsible behavior, and teach the academic and social skills which will empower students to realize their potential while becoming lifelong learners and WORLD CLASS WARRIORS! We expect excellence! We are Spartans USD 216! The board of education`s focus is to maintain small class sizes; therefore, the class sizes range from 10-20 students per grade level. Deerfield Middle School includes 6th through 8th grades and is located in the MS/HS building. Deerfield High School includes 9th through 12th grades. Deerfield MS/HS is putting a strong focus on CTE Education and providing our students with many opportunities through class offerings and developing work-based learning programs. In our CORE subject areas provide a strong curriculum and are growing and expanding as a PBL school. Extra-curricular activities include FCCLA, Forensics, Scholar`s Bowl, All-School Play, STUCO, Football, Volleyball, Cross-country, Basketball, Track, Powerlifting, Trap Shooting, Cheer.
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Deerfield, KS 67838 Job Start Date July-27-2023 Applications Due By July-26-2023 Job Contact Information |