Computer Science/ Keyboarding Teacher - Middle School, 2026-2027
Reports To: Building Principal
Position Purpose: Teach Computer and Keyboarding at the Middle School Level.
Starting Salary: 50,500
Qualifications:
Must meet Kansas State Department of Education licensure requirements for Secondary Education.
Any secondary content area endorsement will meet the requirements for this position.
Physical/Emotional Requirements: The incumbent may be required to use the following skills and abilities during any part of the working day:
Speaking, hearing, visual, reading, writing, word processing, mobility, consistency of temperament, ability to work with a variety of problems at the same time, stamina for working long hours and in stress-producing environments.
Performance Responsibilities:
Manages assigned labs
Serves as a resource to classroom teachers for integration of instructional technologies with approved district curricula
Maintains records, collects data, and completes reports as requested
Develops, updates, and publishes the school’s website
Assist teachers in publishing web sites
Demonstrates technology leadership skills through building activities
Incorporates use of appropriate technology
Effectively implements the district-adopted technology curriculum
Modifies teaching to meet individual students needs
Communicates high expectations to all learners
Seeks, listens, and responds appropriately to suggestions, requests, and concerns
Develops lesson plans by incorporating effective lesson design
Uses a variety of research-based instructional practices and current resources that support instructional goals and student needs
Models and facilitates higher-order thinking, problem solving, creativity, and flexibility
Routinely integrates a variety of informal and formal assessments into instruction
Uses a variety of informal and formal assessment data in making instructional decisions
Makes students aware of assessment standards/learner expectations
Assists students in developing self-assessment skills
Maintains up-to-date records of student progress
Creates a positive, inviting, and safe learning environment
Develops, models, and practices procedures and routines
Communicates realistic and consistent expectations for student behavior and applies appropriate consequences
Demonstrates conflict resolution skills
Models enthusiasm for learning and teaching
Treats students, patrons, and colleagues with dignity and respect
Maintains confidentiality
Uses monitoring techniques to facilitate learning
Demonstrates knowledge of how subject matter/disciplines are integrated
Demonstrates how subject matter is organized
Communicates effectively and promotes positive interpersonal relationships
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in activities and learning experiences
Plans and delivers a program that includes demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities
Selects and requests instructional materials
Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
Oversees assigned budgets
Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as the superintendent or designee may assign
Terms of Employment:
9 months; salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education.
Evaluation:
Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board policy on evaluation of Certified Personnel.
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.
- Department
- Certified Secondary 6-12
- Role
- Secondary Teacher
- Locations
- To Be Determined
About Topeka Public Schools
Our Vision:
Topeka Public Schools is recognized nationally for:
Academic excellence
Post-secondary and career success
Achievement in arts, athletics and extracurricular activities
Strengthened by diversity and a welcoming and inclusive environment, our district will cultivate partnerships with staff, families, businesses, and the greater community to develop students' educational, physical, and social-emotional well being.
Our Mission:
Engage students in the highest quality learning. Prepare students for responsible and productive citizenship. Inspire excellence for a lifetime.