STUDENT TEACHING IN THE NORTH KANSAS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

 

Start your career in North Kansas City Schools. Become a relentless champion for all students.

Candidates must submit a completed application and a formal placement request from the sponsoring college/university. North Kansas City Schools welcomes applications for the upcoming semester.

Students requesting to student teach in the district are only accepted from a sponsoring university/college. Student teachers are asked to refrain from contacting individual teachers or building administrators to obtain information for a student teaching placement.

 

Qualifications to Student Teach:

• All student teachers must follow the NKC School Board of Education policies and procedures.


• Participation in the co-teach model of student teaching.


• Completed application and a formal placement request from the sponsoring college/university.


• Student teachers will be placed based on their university recommendations and potential certification areas, subject to the availability of qualified cooperating teachers.


• Student teachers must obtain a substitute certificate through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (Dese.gov) before starting student teaching.


• Student teachers are allowed to substitute if they follow the university guidelines and have completed the necessary steps with Penmac Education staffing. ([email protected])

College students will be working directly with NKC students. Before beginning the assignment in our schools, an FBI/background check will be required. FBI background checks are to be scheduled through our Human Resources office. (816-321-5000). This is free for students and meets the requirements for obtaining a substitute certificate.

 

Paid Student Teaching:

• Candidates who choose to student teach in NKC Schools may be eligible to receive a $1,000 monthly stipend.


• Stipends are limited and awarded through a competitive interview process. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.


• We are committed to removing barriers and supporting the development of future teachers.

Grow as a teacher, a leader, and a difference maker in our schools.

• North Kansas City Schools is a place where you can follow your passions. Our educators are experts in their craft and in the classroom. As a student teacher, you will be paired with an experienced mentor teacher to guide you through the process and support your journey.


• We care deeply about building an environment where you can grow. NKC Schools student teachers are provided extensive support from a team of mentors, coaches, administrators, and leaders.