TEACHER SECONDARY (PE / Weights)

Lawrence Unified School District (KS)LAWRENCE FREE STATE HIGH - Lawrence, Kansas

Job Details

Job ID:5785288
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Jun 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Some Hiring Administrators do not wait for positions to close before they begin interviewing. We hire as quickly as possible to be sure we get the most highly qualified candidates as soon as we see them. Please be sure to apply as soon as you can!


TEACHER SECONDARY (PE / Weights)


USD 497


Details



FTE:


1.0



HOURS/DAY:


8.0



DAYS PER YEAR:


188 (new teachers)/186 (returning teachers)



SCHOOL YEAR:


2026-27



Qualifications:

  • Kansas Teaching Certificate/License
  • "Highly qualified" status according to KSDE and federal regulations
  • SPED and/or ESL endorsement preferred
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To:

Principal or administrator designee


Job Goal:

Provide an effective program of instruction based on the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.


Performance and Responsibilities:

  • Builds instruction upon previously learned materials.
  • Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for the content area.
  • Uses a variety of teaching materials and techniques as appropriate for all students/adults as assigned.
  • Provides for regular assessment of student/adult needs and progress.
  • Provides for appropriate re-teaching, adaptation, and/or extensions if needed.
  • Provides evidence of individual student/adult learning.
  • Prepares for assigned classes and can show evidence of such preparation.
  • Demonstrates effective skills in reading, writing, math, and speaking as necessary for assignment.
  • Demonstrates command of the subject matter for which he/she is assigned to teach/coordinate.
  • Implements the district's written curriculum and the state and district assessment program.
  • Demonstrates commitment to learn and apply new instructional and technology skills as related to assignment.
  • Works with other members of the staff in planning building or district curriculum, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and assessments.
  • Attends and participates in assigned staff/team meetings.
  • Cooperates with others regarding the selection, use, and sharing of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  • Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
  • Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Establishes and maintains communications with students, parents, colleagues and others as related to assignment.
  • Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Demonstrates respect and value for all students and staff.
  • Maintains professional and ethical standards.
  • Meets and instructs students/adults at designated location and times.
  • Upholds and enforces school rules, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Maintains state certification/licensure standards for teachers in the field for which he/she is assigned.

Critical Skills:

  • Possess and maintain licensure (certification) in the state of Kansas
  • Ability to speak clearly and audibly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
  • Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers
  • Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
  • Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
  • Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
  • Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others

Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.


Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$51,000 to $82,942 Per Year

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