Kepley Middle School Potential ELA & Reading Teacher

Kepley Middle School Potential ELA & Reading Teacher

USD 214 Ulysses is seeking an English Language Arts teacher for Kepley Middle School for 8th Grade. Candidates must be elementary Certified (K-9) or 6-12 ELA Certified in Kansas or eligible for certification in Kansas (other Kansas Teaching Certificates will be considered for the position). Under the principal’s or designee’s direction and supervision, the candidate will plan instruction, teach, differentiate instruction, motivate, inspire, and assess students in English language arts.

The candidate will promote a high-quality, personalized education program that reflects the Kansas State Content Standards for elementary classes. Ulysses USD 214 is looking for candidates with excellent oral and communication skills. A dynamic character, personality, flexible team player, and proper social capability to relate effectively with diverse staff, students, parents, and the Ulysses community within a rigorous K‑12 academic environment.

Ulysses-USD 214 offers many exciting career opportunities and actively seeks creative, innovative, team-oriented individuals passionate about the students’ future with an ongoing mission to inspire growth, learning, and success. Ulysses-USD 214 is an Equal Employment/Educational Opportunity Agency;
Ulysses-USD 214 does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment, its programs or activities.

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Outstanding teaching jobs available if you want to be a part of a great team!

• Up to $150/month student loan repayment options for first‑year teachers.
• $49,100 base starting pay (teacher) for the  school year, plus a single health plan.
• $50 per year to 403(b) retirement contribution by the district.
• Teacher mentoring program in place.
• District housing options (based on availability).
• The latest educational technology is available in all classrooms.
• Credit reimbursement for Master’s Degree programs.
• Excellent professional development activities are available.
• An up-to-date curriculum that is aligned with state standards.
• Extensive curricular and educational strategies are funded and fully supported.
• Salary deduction for medical reimbursement and qualified daycare.
• Health & wellness program.
• Coaching positions and club sponsor ships are available.

USD 214 Ulysses is located in Grant County, Kansas. Ulysses, KS, is centrally located between Kansas City, Denver, Wichita, Colorado Springs, Amarillo, and Pueblo. The district has two elementary schools (a pre‑K‑2 primary school and a 3‑5 elementary school), one middle school, and one high school. There are approximately 1,550 students in grades pre‑K through 12th and a teaching staff of approximately 100 teachers.

USD 214 Ulysses is the largest 4‑A school district in Southwest Kansas.

Essential qualifications:
Elementary (K‑9) or 6‑12 ELA certification in Kansas or eligibility for certification in Kansas. Must have excellent oral and communication skills and be a dynamic, flexible team player capable of relating effectively with diverse staff, students, parents, and the community.

Ulysses-USD 214 is an Equal Employment/Educational Opportunity Agency;
Ulysses-USD 214 does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment, its programs or activities.