What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Science Teacher / Coaching positions available position at Educate Kansas?
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USD 506 Labette County
Job Posting for the 2025-2026 School Year
POSITION TITLE: High School Science Instructor/Coaching positions available
SCHOOL: Labette County High School
SALARY RANGE: Full Time Teacher Contract as per the Negotiated Agreement available online at https://www.usd506.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/Staff|Staff Resources>>Negotiated Agreement
CONTRACT LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 2025-26 school year
POSITION SUMMARY: The professional high school teacher is a highly qualified educator endorsed in the assigned teaching area with unique qualifications and skills to create a flexible science program and a class environment favorable to the learning and personal growth of all students. This position requires a highly qualified individual capable of establishing effective rapport with students so as to effectively motivate students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid science foundation during their high school years in accordance with each student's ability. One who will act in the best interest of every child to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members that can impact the quality of the educational experience for all students.
A USD 506 Coach shall organize coordinate and promote a comprehensive athletic program that is designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community. The coach shall provide effective leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment and will stress the importance of academic achievement. He/she will demonstrate a high degree of ethics professionalism human relations and be a positive role model for all students.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
Job Description For Science Teacher
Applications will be available online at https://www.usd506.org. The completed application packet should include a completed application letter of interest resume and proof of teacher certification or documentation of eligibility for a restricted teaching license1.
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
1The restricted teaching license is an alternative pathway that is intended to respond to school districts' needs in hiring qualified licensed teachers. It is designed to recruit mid-career professionals who have a bachelor's or master's degree in a content area they want to teach and who are seeking a career change. This pathway provides an opportunity for these individuals to have immediate access to start teaching under the restricted license while completing professional education pedagogy course work to become fully licensed. Information at http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=320
It is the policy of Labette County Unified School District No. 506 to follow employment practices which consider only qualifications of the applicant for a position without regard to race color religion age sex disability ancestry or national origin.
https://labette.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=571
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Labette County USD 506 encompasses 500 square miles of Labette County. The district serves over 1,600 students enrolled in a K-12 system, which is housed in five kindergarten through eighth grade elementary schools and one comprehensive high school serving grades nine through twelve. Administrative offices are located in the Curran Administrative Center, Altamont, KS. The district is a member of the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center and of the Southeast Kansas Interlocal #637. Communities served by the district are Altamont, Angola, Bartlett, Dennis, Edna, Valeda, Labette, Mound Valley, and a large portion of the west side of Parsons. Cities in the immediate area include Parsons, Coffeyville, and Independence. Larger cities nearby include Pittsburg, KS, Joplin, MO, and Bartlesville, OK. Agriculture and agriculture-related business are primary sources of income in the district. The communities in the district are served by three area hospitals. Recreation is readily accessible through area golf courses, Big Hill Lake, and Lake Parsons.
www.usd506.org
USD 506 Labette County
Job Posting for the 2025-2026 School Year
POSITION TITLE: High School Science Instructor/Coaching positions available
SCHOOL: Labette County High School
SALARY RANGE: Full Time Teacher Contract as per the Negotiated Agreement available online at https://www.usd506.org/vnews/display.v/SEC/Staff|Staff Resources>>Negotiated Agreement
CONTRACT LENGTH: Initial contract shall be for the 2025-26 school year
POSITION SUMMARY: The professional high school teacher is a highly qualified educator endorsed in the assigned teaching area with unique qualifications and skills to create a flexible science program and a class environment favorable to the learning and personal growth of all students. This position requires a highly qualified individual capable of establishing effective rapport with students so as to effectively motivate students to develop skills attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid science foundation during their high school years in accordance with each student's ability. One who will act in the best interest of every child to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members that can impact the quality of the educational experience for all students.
A USD 506 Coach shall organize coordinate and promote a comprehensive athletic program that is designed to meet the needs and interests of the school community. The coach shall provide effective leadership that will ensure a positive learning environment and will stress the importance of academic achievement. He/she will demonstrate a high degree of ethics professionalism human relations and be a positive role model for all students.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal
Job Description For Science Teacher
- Demonstrate effective planning including the use of district curriculum appropriate instructional objectives effective teaching practices and student assessment.
- Implement lesson plans that actively engage students and provide for the individual needs of students through the use of a variety of appropriate teaching models or strategies and techniques.
- Provide for individual student differences through appropriate lesson design interventions and extended learning opportunities.
- Provide for clear and purposeful student evaluation as the basis for instruction and reporting progress.
- Provide positive motivational experiences to communicate high expectations for student learning that conveys belief in all students' ability to learn.
- Consistent use of effective classroom management techniques that promote high standards for student performance positive peer interactions and appropriate social behaviors.
- Communicate effectively in a clear explicit manner so as to exhibit respect for students colleagues administration parents community members and other key stakeholders.
- Work cooperatively with other school personnel to meet the needs of students and their families.
- Willingness to actively support students in their endeavors beyond the classroom through involvement in student organizations and athletic teams.
- Stay informed of and adhere to Board approved policies and regulations while using appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems.
- Strive to continually improve your teaching knowledge and job performance through the use of approved professional activities and staff development opportunities.
- Maintain open lines of communication with administrative personnel keeping them informed of issues potentially requiring their attention.
- Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Principal.
- Willingness to assume coaching responsibilities is highly desirable
- Comply with the rules and regulations set forth by USD 506 and KSHSAA
- Work closely with the assistant coaches and the athletic director in executing the program's overall objectives.
- Communicate to all participants the policies of the team local school and School Board relating to school sponsored activities
- Help to plan organize and implement the teaching of fundamentals strategies rules and proper conditioning in the assigned sport.
- Provide an atmosphere conducive to good sportsmanship; compile and participate in the awards program(s) according to school procedure.
- See that adequate supervision is provided for all students involved in the program; provide for the safety of participants by inspecting facilities and equipment and being aware of environmental conditions.
- Issue collect inventory and store equipment consistent with department guidelines.
- Instruct participants in safety procedures and in the need to report injuries to the coach and/or trainer immediately; ensure the availability of properly supplied first aid kits and student emergency medical information.
- Keep abreast of new information innovative ideas and techniques by attending clinics and coaching related workshops.
- Adhere to all district health and safety policies including all precautions of the Bloodborn Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Must hold a valid Kansas school teaching license or qualify for and receive the initial teaching license1 at the appropriate grade level and/or in the assigned subject matter. Be flexible positive and proactive in the ability to manage multiple assignments.
- The ability to effectively communicate (verbally electronically and in writing) with students faculty administration and parents.
Applications will be available online at https://www.usd506.org. The completed application packet should include a completed application letter of interest resume and proof of teacher certification or documentation of eligibility for a restricted teaching license1.
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
1The restricted teaching license is an alternative pathway that is intended to respond to school districts' needs in hiring qualified licensed teachers. It is designed to recruit mid-career professionals who have a bachelor's or master's degree in a content area they want to teach and who are seeking a career change. This pathway provides an opportunity for these individuals to have immediate access to start teaching under the restricted license while completing professional education pedagogy course work to become fully licensed. Information at http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=320
It is the policy of Labette County Unified School District No. 506 to follow employment practices which consider only qualifications of the applicant for a position without regard to race color religion age sex disability ancestry or national origin.
https://labette.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=571
Benefits Information
NA
Salary Information
NA
Employer Information
Labette County USD 506 encompasses 500 square miles of Labette County. The district serves over 1,600 students enrolled in a K-12 system, which is housed in five kindergarten through eighth grade elementary schools and one comprehensive high school serving grades nine through twelve. Administrative offices are located in the Curran Administrative Center, Altamont, KS. The district is a member of the Southeast Kansas Education Service Center and of the Southeast Kansas Interlocal #637. Communities served by the district are Altamont, Angola, Bartlett, Dennis, Edna, Valeda, Labette, Mound Valley, and a large portion of the west side of Parsons. Cities in the immediate area include Parsons, Coffeyville, and Independence. Larger cities nearby include Pittsburg, KS, Joplin, MO, and Bartlesville, OK. Agriculture and agriculture-related business are primary sources of income in the district. The communities in the district are served by three area hospitals. Recreation is readily accessible through area golf courses, Big Hill Lake, and Lake Parsons.
www.usd506.org
