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Elementary/Middle School Teacher; Grades 1
Job in
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri, 64053, USA
Listed on 2026-07-04
Listing for:
Midtownstpeters
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Middle School, Special Education Teacher, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Why Join Our School
- Small class sizes that allow for meaningful student connections
- Supportive, close-knit private school community
- Flexibility and creativity in your teaching approach
- Opportunity to build strong literacy skills across grade levels
- Engaged and supportive families
Elementary / Middle School Teacher (Grades 1–8)
Focus AreasEnglish Language Arts (ELA)
Position OverviewWe are seeking a dynamic, student-centered educator to teach students in grades 1–8 with a strong emphasis on English Language Arts. This role requires a flexible and creative teacher who is passionate about working with multi-age groups and differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners. The ideal candidate values hands‑on, inquiry-based learning and fosters a love of reading, writing, and .
Key Responsibilities- Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Science and ELA across multiple grade levels (1–8)
- Design and implement differentiated lessons to meet a wide range of academic abilities and learning styles
- Utilize small group instruction, project-based learning, and cross-curricular connections
- Assess student progress regularly and use data to inform instruction
- Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports both academic and social-emotional growth
- Collaborate with colleagues to support school-wide goals and interdisciplinary learning
- Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom activities
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Valid teaching certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience teaching elementary and/or middle school students
- Strong understanding of differentiation and multi-age classroom structures
- Knowledge of effective teaching practices and evidence-based literacy instruction
- Ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse learner needs
- Experience or interest in special area instruction, such as:
- Art
- Spanish or other world languages
- Music or instrumental instruction
- Familiarity with project-based or thematic learning approaches
- Experience integrating technology into instruction
- Flexible and adaptable
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Creative and innovative in instructional design
- Strong classroom management skills
- Passionate about fostering curiosity and a love of learning
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