Teacher, Special Education Teacher

Position: Teacher - Part-time or Full-time
We are seeking individuals who are interested in working full-time or part-time. If you are interested in teaching reading or math to small groups, but are not certified, please specify this in your application. This position does not require a certification.

The Academy for Integrated Arts (AFIA) is an innovative, arts integrated school. Our school community is reflective, dedicated and caring. The unique vision of AFIA embraces arts instruction integrated into the core curriculum as a meaningful part of what students do every day. At AFIA, the arts serve as a catalyst for learning, achievement, curiosity and self-esteem.

Additionally, instruction is from a strong constructivist viewpoint and is delivered with developmentally appropriate practices. AFIA is a fantastic community in which to work with an emphasis on teacher leadership. AFIA is a true learning community, as everyone in the building, from students to staff engage in reflective, meaningful learning on a daily basis. To learn more, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Educators at AFIA:

• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students who are traditionally underserved
• Value the power of school in changing and improving children's lives by constructing student-centered learning opportunities
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and an ability to create a classroom environment in which all students and community members feel a sense of belonging
• Have a strong understanding of and ability to implement constructivism
• Value the presence and the voice of students' families as partners in the school
• Engage in powerful, productive partnerships with families and students to ensure that instruction meets the needs of all students

Essential skills, duties and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other educators, including AFIA's intervention coordinator to plan and facilitate small group lessons.
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans that facilitate active, student-centered learning.
• Design appropriately demanding instructional materials
• Facilitate a student-centered classroom in which students students set goals and engage in deep thinking throughout the lesson
• Use assessments and data to inform instruction and planning
• Build a positive classroom community and effectively manage student behaviors
• Invest in students' well-being and build productive, positive relationships with students and their families
• Develop a vision for student success and carry-out that vision through high-quality instruction
• Provide appropriate timely feedback to students and their families
• Maintain accurate documentation of students' progress and development utilizing established systems
• Collaborate with colleagues and families in meeting needs of all students

• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to work collaboratively with others in a team environment
• Be a reflective practitioner with a strong personal commitment to ongoing learning and growth
• Be willing to grow in the ability to implement the arts throughout the curriculum
• Collaborate with the art/music teachers and community partners to integrate arts across the curriculum
• Demonstrate ethical behavior, including understanding the importance of confidentiality of information about students and teachers in the school environment and community
• Embrace feedback and participate in continual, intensive job-embedded professional development
• Demonstrate an excellent work ethic, flexibility and positive attitude

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hold or be eligible to hold the appropriate certification (Early Childhood or Elementary Missouri Certification)
• Experience working in a school setting

Salary and Benefits for Full-Time Certified Teachers:

• Starting salary for certified, first year teachers (full-time): $50,000
• Benefits package including medical benefits
• Kansas City Public School Retirement System
• Ongoing, intensive, job-embedded professional development
• Unique opportunities to engage in team teaching and specific professional learning such as arts integrated professional development

Start Date:

This position is open for the  school year.
Final date to receive applications:
The position will remain open until filled.

To Apply:

Submit resume or curriculum vitae, brief cover letter and 3 references via Bamboo HR

Questions about the position can be directed to the Executive Director, Tricia DeGraff raff.