Garfield Elementary Technology Teacher

USD 290 is accepting applications for a Technology Teacher at Garfield Elementary School for the  school year. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position that will begin immediately. The successful applicant will work a pro-rated 183 day contract (August to May) at Garfield Elementary.

Current, valid Kansas Teaching License required.
Non-licensed applicants wanting to enter teaching field may be eligible to participate in alternative pathway to licensure program.

Coursework to include teaching students woodworking skills and safety skills.

Background check and TB test required.

For more information regarding this position, please contact Principal Bilee Grable at grableb.

To apply, please complete the entire application.

A benefit guide is available.

This is a KPERS eligible position. The district offers health, dental, vision insurances, an Employee Assistance Program, optional 403(b) and 457 plans, and other optional insurances.

The salary range is $48,137 to $82,567 dependent upon education and experience based on the  Negotiated Agreement.

The Ottawa School District is comprised of three elementary schools, a middle school, high school, and three alternative programs, with a total student population of 2,400. The staff consists of more than 200 certified teachers, 14 administrators, and over 150 educational support personnel. Technology is a high priority for the district.

Ottawa is the county seat of Franklin County, located in northeast Kansas on the I-35 corridor, just 20 miles from Lawrence and 45 miles from Kansas City.

USD 290 provides certified employees with an employer-funded 403(b) account. After six years of service to the district, the teacher becomes vested in 10% of the value within his/her employer-paid account.

The district also offers employees health insurance options with a very minimal cost for a single policy. For veteran teachers, years of service in previous districts are honored.