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Central USD 462 • www.usd462.org
CES Elementary Position
Central Elementary School is seeking qualified professionals to become a valued team member in our school. USD 462 has a four-day school week, is nestled in rural Kansas with a supportive community with a strong school family atmosphere.
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions
Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student`s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students` education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school`s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Central USD 462
Benefits Information
$505 paid towards health insurance or can be used for cancer, dental, vision, disability and/or hospitalization. $35,000 life insurance policy.
Salary Information
$40,700 (current base for 2024-2025)
Employer Information
CES Elementary Position
Central Elementary School is seeking qualified professionals to become a valued team member in our school. USD 462 has a four-day school week, is nestled in rural Kansas with a supportive community with a strong school family atmosphere.
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Functions
Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student`s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students` education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school`s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Central USD 462
Benefits Information
$505 paid towards health insurance or can be used for cancer, dental, vision, disability and/or hospitalization. $35,000 life insurance policy.
Salary Information
$40,700 (current base for 2024-2025)
Employer Information
- Central USD 462 is organized around a 4-day school week in session from Monday through Thursday. (Currently, 160 day teacher contract days.) Administrative duties include working at events and activities on Fridays and Saturdays. We serve a small, rural area of approximately 360 sq. miles including the communities of Atlanta, Burden, Cambridge in Cowley County and the town of Grenola in Elk County. The Central Board of Education is committed to maintaining excellence in all aspects of our school system. Our mission statement reflects the efforts of patrons from the four communities working for what is best for our children: TEAM - Together Every student Achieves More.
- We have one elementary building, built in 1999; and one Jr./Sr. High building, built in 1972. In 2017, we completed an addition to our Central Jr/Sr High School, which includes a storm shelter, locker rooms, weight room, wrestling room, music room, concessions, restrooms and a remodel of our gymnasium.
- Our elementary and Jr./Sr. high schools have achieved Standard of Excellence on State Assessments.
- Our Jr./Sr. High offers Dual Credit College courses; Kansas Regents` Honors Scholar Curriculum; Four Career & Tech Ed. Programs, which includes Industrial Arts, VoAg, FACS & Business Tech; award-winning and nationally performing 7-12 band and choir; and much more!
- We recently completed a new sports complex and outdoor restroom/concession building .(track/football/baseball/softball fields)
- Check us out on the web!
Salary : $40,700
