5th Grade Teacher - Cottonwood Elementary School

5th Grade Teacher
- Cottonwood Elementary School

Liberal USD 480 Cottonwood Elementary
- Liberal, Kansas. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Liberal USD 480.

Job : 5834749

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 30, 2026

2026 - 2027 School Year

5th Grade Elementary Teacher

Now Offering Up to a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Candidates!

Liberal Public Schools is seeking passionate, student-centered Elementary Teachers to join our team. We are looking for educators who believe every child can succeed and are committed to creating engaging learning experiences that foster academic excellence, curiosity, confidence, and lifelong learning.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, standards-based instruction aligned with the Kansas College and Career Ready Standards while creating a safe, inclusive, and collaborative classroom where every student is supported and challenged to reach their full potential.

At Liberal Public Schools, we know great teachers make all the difference. We are committed to supporting our educators through strong collaboration and access to building and distinct leadership. We provide opportunities to grow and lead earlier in your career, and a lower cost of living that allows your competitive salary to go further for your family. As a diverse, bilingual, Title I District, you will provide meaningful work with students who truly need their teachers and a culture focused on student success.

When you join Liberal Public Schools, you’ll enjoy:

• Up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates
• Competitive salary based on education and experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement benefits
• Paid personal and sick leave
• Instructional coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development
• Collaborative Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Opportunities for leadership and career advancement
• A welcoming, diverse school community dedicated to student achievement

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with district curriculum and Kansas College and Career Ready Standards.
• Create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students.
• Use research-based instructional strategies and educational technology to maximize student learning.
• Monitor student progress through formal and informal assessments and use data to guide instruction.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, attendance, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, interventionists, special education staff, instructional coaches, and administrators.
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning, and school improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or Superintendent.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Elementary Education or a related field.
• Valid Kansas teaching license or eligibility to obtain Kansas licensure with the appropriate endorsement.
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices, classroom management, and child development.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing an equitable and inclusive learning environment.

• Previous elementary teaching experience.
• Experience using student assessment data to guide instruction.
• Familiarity with instructional technology.
• Training or experience in MTSS, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional learning.
• English Learner (EL/ESL) endorsement is a plus.

The employee must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and supervise students throughout the school day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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