High School Teacher — Ewing Marion Kauffman School (Kansas City, MO)
The Ewing Marion Kauffman School is a free, public charter school serving 5th–12th graders with a mission to create college graduates.EMKS seeks results-driven, culturally responsive educators to join our team. We anchor our work around four guiding principles:
- Belief and Connection: Hold high expectations for every student while building strong relationships; never allow identity or bias to lower standards.
- Clear is Kind: Communicate high expectations directly and teach students how to navigate systems and norms they may not yet know.
- Intent and Impact: Act with purpose to empower students, continually assess the impact of practices, and adjust as needed.
- Cultural Context + Critical Thinking: Deliver rigorous, culturally responsive learning that pushes students to think critically and engage with their world.
Position: High School Teacher (Grades 9-12) — Math, Science, English, History, AP and Dual Credit Courses and Specials (Language, Fitness, Art, Music)
Because we are a growing charter network, we hire teachers who can teach across grades and content; grade-level and content preferences will be discussed during the interview process and flexibility is valued.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and adapt curriculum aligned to state and Common Core standards.
- Design formative and summative assessments; use data to refine instruction and interventions.
- Maximize instructional time with urgency and purpose.
- Collaborate with content and grade-level teams to promote critical thinking and academic rigor.
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning profiles and keep all students engaged and challenged.
- Deliver instruction with passion and a “whatever it takes” mindset to help students succeed.
- Build strong, authentic relationships with students and model the school’s PREP values (Perseverance, Results, Empathy, Passion).
- Uphold consistent behavioral systems and school-wide expectations.
- Embrace feedback, engage in continuous improvement, and take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
- Teaching experience or leadership in a high-performing charter, district, or independent school preferred.
- Experience working with students in urban or public charter settings (student teaching, after-school, camps, etc.).
- Eligible for or holding state teaching certification/licensure for middle school.
- Deep commitment to Kauffman’s mission and to closing the achievement gap.
- Personal qualities: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, resilience, responsiveness to feedback, attention to detail, and entrepreneurial energy.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and to act strategically while managing competing demands.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 403B plan as well as employer match available up to 4%
- Part of the KCPSRS retirement system
- Paid time off and school holidays
- Paid parental leave available
- Professional development and growth opportunities
How to Apply
The Kauffman School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A diverse pool of candidates is welcomed and encouraged.