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Kindergarten Teacher 2026-2027
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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$62,679 / year median in Missouri
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job ID:
5905452Application Deadline:
Posted until filledPosted:
Aug 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description Due to an increase in enrollment, we are seeking to add another kindergarten teacher to the team, effective immediately.Position Summary:
Elementary teachers in our District are high energy, passionate about the growth and development of our students, and engage in culturally responsive behaviors to ensure academic and health and wellness needs are met for all students. Through the context of elementary classroom education, the teacher will plan, develop and impart researched-based classroom pedagogy proven to foster an enriching academic and social experience for all students. Successful candidates will have, at a minimum:Missouri Elementary Certification:
B-3 Teaching experience or equivalent in an urban environment Superior interpersonal relationship skills This highly effective and AMAZING teacher will: Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement Implement the District's Instructional Core goals and objectives to ensure student learning Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools, as prescribed by the school's Professional Learning Community values and beliefs Demonstrate the ability to reduce the academic achievement gap Participate in District and building professional development activities Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating parent conferences, Open House, grading deadlines, etc.Salary:
Commensurate with experience Learn more about The School District of University City at www.ucityschools.orgPosition Type:
Full-TimeSalary:
$46,985 to $111,066 Per YearBenefits
- Professional Development