Overflow Elementary Teacher 2026-2027

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• **Reports To:** Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal **Position Purpose:**Topeka Public School elementary teachers demonstrate a commitment to learning for all students by maintaining organized, child-centered classrooms, by presenting content-rich and standards-based lessons and activities, by meeting individual needs through the use of assessments and data, and by using a variety of instructional strategies that are reflective of current best practices and research.
• **Qualifications:** The classroom teacher will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by the Kansas Department of Education.
• In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of Topeka Public Schools, all classroom teachers shall meet the following employment criteria: * The minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• * A valid Kansas Teacher's Certificate (applicable level-area endorsements preferred).
• * ESOL Endorsement preferred.
• * A completed credential file that meets the Topeka Public Schools' standards.
• * Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• * Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• * Regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• **Physical/Emotional Requirements:** This incumbent may be required to use the skills and abilities outlined below during any part of the working day.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is required to interact with staff and to meet demands from several people.
• The employee is responsible for the work output of others.
• On occasion, the employee may be required to work extended hours.
• **Performance Responsibilities:** * Communicates high expectations to all learners * Incorporates appropriate use of technology * Effectively implements the district-adopted curriculum * Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design * Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction * Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol * Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experiences * Maintains up-to-date records of student progress * Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment * Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships * Supports the District's educational mission for all students and implements all Board regulations and policies in a fair and equitable manner * Maintains confidentiality * Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the principal or superintendent may assign **Terms of Employment:** Salary and work year to be determined in accordance with the Professional Agreement and approved by the Topeka Public Schools USD 501 Board of Education.
• **Evaluation:** Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Topeka Public Schools Board of Education policies for professional certified employees.
• **Significant Associations:** The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.

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