Teacher, FACS - Augusta High School

SUMMARY

SUMMARY: This position helps students learn subject matter and practice skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible young men and women.

• Other duties may be assigned.
• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and times designated.
• Plans programs of study that meet individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Recognizes learning problems and makes accommodations.
• Evaluates pupils academic and social growth, keeping appropriate records, and preparing progress reports.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity and interest of the students.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes/communicates clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Is available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside of the instructional day.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.

A single, district-paid health insurance premium is included. Other benefits such as dental and vision insurance as well as cafeteria plans/tax‑sheltered annuities are available at the employee’s expense.

Starting salary $49,000 with a bachelor’s degree based upon the  salary schedule, higher depending upon experience, graduate hours, and FTE. New teachers will be paid $100 per day to attend up to four (4) new teacher orientation days.

Augusta USD 402 believes that Student Success is #1. Augusta USD 402 is a 4A school district located 15 minutes east of Wichita, offering a small-town atmosphere with close proximity to Wichita’s opportunities. USD 402 currently educates around 1,900 students in three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, and provides several pre‑K/preschool programs, all‑day kindergarten, special education services, and a wide variety of academic and athletic courses and activities.

• Additional Compensation for Supplemental Duties Added to Teaching Assignments
• Tax‑deferred Annuity Program (optional)
• Direct Payroll Deposit
• Universal Leave (per negotiated agreement)
• Sick Leave Bank Option (per negotiated agreement)

In addition, teachers are encouraged to grow professionally through a variety of professional learning activities and through a salary step program that provides compensation for additional college credits and/or impact level points. Instructors also enjoy state‑of‑the‑art facilities, small class sizes, strong parental involvement, and a Board of Education that advocates for students and professional growth.