Kindergarten Teacher

Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy (LATCA) is a public charterK-8 school in the urban core of Kansas City, Missouri that prepares students to pursue extraordinary opportunities by supporting them with challenging and meaningful real world learning, social-emotional learning and mentorship. We pride ourselves on cultivating a diverse and committed staff that bring a variety of experiences to the team. Students and families choose LATCA for our personalized support and because they want to be a part of a strong and dedicated community. 

Lee. A Tolbert Community Academy is looking for highly effective, highly qualified and highly motivated individuals to join our organization. Ideal candidates will have experience in urban education, a desire to work with students with high needs, and a commitment to our school mission.

School Mission: To prepare students for entrepreneurial leadership in the 21st century by providing a nurturing environment and rigorous learning experiences for successful competition in a global society.

Job Title: Kindergarten Teacher

Direct Supervisor: Principal 

Contract Days: 10 Months (Academic School Year)

Position Responsibilities: 

Plan & Execute Challenging and Meaningful Instruction:

• Develop and adapt curriculum aligned to state and Common Core standards
• Design and internalize assessments and analyze student learning data to refine planning decisions
• Plan and internalize lessons to facilitate learning in a manner that students own significant cognitive lift of grade level content
• Consistently operate with the belief that with high expectations and high support, all students are capable of mastering rigorous material
• Take personal accountability for student results

Build & Maintain Strong Classroom &  School Culture:

• Establish high expectations through clear directions and routines, intentional relationship building, clarity, and by being a “warm demander”
• Hold students and self accountable through consistent utilization of restorative practices and a trauma-informed approach
• Collaborate with families to support students through any personal, academic, and behavioral challenges

Position Qualifications:

1.  A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
2. A valid Missouri Teacher's Certificate (applicable level-area endorsements preferred) or ability to earn one
3. Ability to pass an extensive background check
4. Timely and consistent attendance throughout school hours (8am-4pm) and additional pre-scheduled staff obligations and meetings
5. A firm belief that all LATCA students can achieve extraordinary results with the right supports
6. Passion for personal growth demonstrated by openness to feedback and coaching
7. Takes initiative to address challenges and brings a solutions-oriented approach
8. Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education and LATCA
9. Organized, self-starter with the ability to adapt to support the best interest of the student
10. Ability to maintain student confidentiality

Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy’s  Competitive Advantages:

1. High quality professional development and opportunities for additional self-directed learning, development, and other stipend opportunities
2. Small classroom sizes
3. Commitment to Growth: All teachers receive instructional coaching to support your professional development

Compensation and Benefits:

Please see our teacher Salary Schedule to determine compensation. Teachers are eligible to receive comprehensive benefits packages, including fully covered single-person medical insurance and financial support for dependent coverage to meet your family’s health needs. We also provide access to affordable dental and vision insurance options.