First Grade Teacher

Job overview

The First Grade Teacher role is onsite in Kansas City, MO; certified teaching positions are listed at $47,000–$70,000, based on experience and education. Midtown Community School aims to foster belonging and academic excellence while supporting well-rounded student development. The teacher delivers a challenging, inclusive academic program and develops project-based, interdisciplinary learning. Ongoing assessment and communication help tailor instruction to students' needs and support their academic, social, and emotional development.

What you'll do

• Deliver MCS curricular materials in a safe, socially supportive, inclusive classroom
• develop lessons and units for varied learning styles and skill levels
• collaborate with teachers and administrators on integrated, project-based curriculum
• assess student progress, maintain records, and use data to tailor instruction
• participate in professional development
• communicate with students, families, colleagues, and school stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

first grade teacher

kansas city mo

midtown community school

elementary education

project-based learning

interdisciplinary curriculum

student assessment

inclusive classroom

missouri teacher certification

$47k–$70k/year

health insurance

retirement pension

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• employer-paid life and disability insurance
• KCPSRS retirement pension
• optional Aflac and 403(b)
• full-time 10-month employees receive specified holidays, breaks, and PTO.

Why this role

The posting prefers a bachelor's degree, appropriate Missouri elementary teacher certification, and at least two years of early elementary teaching experience; Spanish fluency is preferred.

About the employer

Midtown Community School is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.