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Young World Physical Education lists this 2026-27 School Year- iSpark Teacher (Project Lead the Way) opportunity in kansas city, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
School Year- iSpark Teacher (Project Lead the Way)
Kansas City School District – Kansas City, Missouri – Open until filled. Starting date: Immediately.
Job Details
Job ID:
Appointment: Full-time
Position type: Full-time
Reporting to: Building Principal
FLSA status: Exempt
Salary Grade: T01 – T06
Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development
Job Title Code: 01797
Purpose of Job
The iSpark Teacher provides strong, effective instruction in college and career readiness skills using an integrated curricular approach.
Responsibilities
Supports the growth of the STEM curriculum by planning lessons and providing instruction in coding, robotics, problem/project based learning, and design process.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of Design Thinking and the Inquiry Process to create a student‑centered learning environment.
Provides one‑on‑one guidance for students pursuing individualized design and technology projects that may include digital creation/fabrication tools.
Participates as a school instructional technology leader and member of the school leadership team.
Encourages thoughtful action and reflection throughout student project steps.
Works collaboratively with the Director of Career and Technical Education and Building Principal to maintain iSpark classroom tools, equipment, and supplies.
Works with all stakeholders to ensure program outcomes are achieved.
Engages in ongoing professional development to remain current in emergent pedagogical and technological trends, research, and models effective practice in 21st Century teaching and learning strategies.
Adapts to a rapidly advancing industry and researches and experiments with new technologies.
Exhibits strong analytical, classroom management, and problem‑solving skills.
Other duties as assigned.
Applicant must agree to complete a 16‑hour PLTW certification training upon accepting the position.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Hold or be eligible for Missouri teacher certification in Elementary Education and Early Childhood.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
Demonstrated success at integrating curriculum.
Demonstrated success at designing and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
Excellence in written communication.
Knowledge of effective application of technology in a K‑6 classroom environment.
Knowledge of the use of interactive software and hardware in the classroom.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of G‑Suite for Education.
Project‑based learning teaching experience.
Master’s degree.
Minimum of two years teaching experience.
Physical Demands
Meet the listed physical demands to perform essential functions, with reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.
Terms of Employment
Length of work year: 8 hours per day; 5 days per week; 187 workdays
Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance, KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan (mandatory 9% employee contribution matched by KCPS), voluntary retirement savings plans.
Why Join Kansas City Public Schools?
Be a changemaker, collaborate with passionate colleagues, and #LevelUp the future.
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
No supervisory responsibilities.
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Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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