Teacher Secondary; PE​/Weights

Job Description

Lawrence Unified School District (KS) – Lawrence Free State High, Lawrence, Kansas

Position: TEACHER SECONDARY (PE / Weights)

Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

Position Type:
Full-Time

Salary: $51,000 to $82,942 per year

• Kansas Teaching Certificate/License
• “Highly qualified” status according to KSDE and federal regulations
• SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred
• Any alternative qualifications acceptable as determined by the Board

• Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
• Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area and for all students/adults assigned.
• Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress, and implements appropriate re‑teaching, adaptation, or extensions.
• Provides evidence of individual student/adult learning.
• Prepares for assigned classes and can demonstrate evidence of such preparation.
• Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for the assignment.
• Demonstrates command of the subject matter for which he/she is assigned to teach or coordinate.
• Implements the district’s written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
• Demonstrates commitment to learning and applying new instructional and technology skills related to the assignment.
• Works with other staff members in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
• Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
• Cooperates with others regarding selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and equipment.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues, and others related to the assignment.
• Demonstrates respect and value for all students and staff.
• Maintains professional and ethical standards.
• Meets and instructs students/adults at the designated location and times.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Maintains state certification/licensure standards for teachers in the field for which he/she is assigned.

• Possess and maintain licensure (certification) in the state of Kansas.
• Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups, expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner.
• Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers.
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice.
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely, and helpful manner.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on the district computer system and communication equipment.
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others.

Reports To:

Principal or administrator designee.

Job Goal:
Provide an effective program of instruction based on the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.