Student Teacher Placement

Position: 2026-27 Student Teacher Placement
STUDENT TEACHING IN THE NORTH KANSAS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Start your career in North Kansas City Schools. Become a relentless champion for all students.

Candidates must submit a completed application and a formal placement request from the sponsoring college/university. North Kansas City Schools welcomes applications for the upcoming semester.

Students requesting to student teach in the district are only accepted from a sponsoring university/college. Student teachers are asked to refrain from contacting individual teachers or building administrators to obtain information for a student teaching placement.

Qualifications to Student Teach:

* All student teachers must follow the NKC School Board of Education policies and procedures.

* Participation in the co-teach model of student teaching.

* Completed application and a formal placement request from the sponsoring college/university.

* Student teachers will be placed based on their university recommendations and potential certification areas, subject to the availability of qualified cooperating teachers.

* Student teachers must obtain a substitute certificate through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Dese.gov) before starting student teaching.

* Student teachers are allowed to substitute if they follow the university guidelines and have completed the necessary steps with Penmac Education staffing. ()

College students will be working directly with NKC students. Before beginning the assignment in our schools, an FBI/background check will be required. FBI background checks are to be scheduled through our Human Resources office. ). This is free for students and meets the requirements for obtaining a substitute certificate.

Paid Student Teaching:

* Candidates who choose to student teach in NKC Schools may be eligible to receive a $1,000 monthly stipend.

* Stipends are limited and awarded through a competitive interview process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

* We are committed to removing barriers and supporting the development of future teachers.

Grow as a teacher, a leader, and a difference maker in our schools.

* North Kansas City Schools is a place where you can follow your passions. Our educators are experts in their craft and in the classroom. As a student teacher, you will be paired with an experienced mentor teacher to guide you through the process and support your journey.

* We care deeply about building an environment where you can grow. NKC Schools student teachers are provided extensive support from a team of mentors, coaches, administrators, and leaders.