Teacher Secondary Certified - Science; Bernard Campbell MS

Teacher Secondary Certified - Science (Bernard Campbell MS)

Lees Summit R-7 School District – Bernard Campbell Middle, Lees Summit, Missouri

Position Type: Full-Time

Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

Job : 5797753

Final date to receive applications: Posting is open until filled.

Posted: Jun 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

2026-27 School Year

182 days per year, 7.5 hours per day.

Purpose Statement

Provides support to the instructional process by serving as a secondary teacher responsible for developing student success in academics or electives; develops lesson plans and delivers group and/or individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; supervises students within the classroom and other assigned areas; collaborates with other teachers, staff, and administrators to address instructional and classroom issues; and responds to inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.

This position reports to the Principal.

• Administers subject-specific assessments, district/state tests (e.g., MAP) to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
• Advises parents/legal guardians of student progress, communicates expectations, develops improvement methods, and reinforces classroom goals in the home environment.
• Analyzes test data and plans instructional responses to enhance student achievement.
• Assesses student progress toward objectives, expectations and goals (grades, tests, quizzes, student work, observations). Provides feedback to students, parents, administration and seeks assistance from district specialists.
• Assists students with exploring post‑high school opportunities, providing guidance for future work or education.
• Collaborates with professional learning communities, instructional staff, other personnel, parents, business partners, and community resources to improve student outcomes and support the school improvement plan.
• Counsels students to improve performance, health status, problem‑solving techniques and personal issues.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom/subject-specific assignments (language arts, mathematics, science, history) for an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Differentiates classroom work and integrates district initiatives (literacy plan, diversity plan, technology requirements) for individualized learning.
• Directs paraprofessionals, volunteers and student workers to provide an effective classroom program.
• Facilitates student learning by creating a learning environment, integrating technology, arranging field trips, organizing age‑appropriate activities to achieve success in academics, interpersonal and daily living skills through lesson plans.
• Instructs students to improve academic success through a defined course of study.
• Integrates district initiatives to increase student achievement.
• Maintains confidential and non‑confidential records (grades, test scores, etc.) up to date, adhering to administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
• Manages student behavior to create a safe, caring environment across all facets of the school program.
• Monitors students in various educational environments (classroom, campus grounds, field trips, clubs, athletic events, graduation, dances) to provide a safe learning environment.
• Participates in meetings (staff, SAP, department, faculty, professional development) for gathering information needed to boost student achievement.
• Prepares written materials (grades, attendance, anecdotal records, lesson plans, progress reports) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse) to maintain personal safety, provide a positive environment, and adhere to education code and policies.
• Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries from students, teachers, parents, administrators to resolve issues and provide information or direction.

• Performs other related duties assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.