Your Future Is in Our District!
Teachers are needed to build strong leaders for the next generation, says high school teacher Isaiah Gates. After initially pursuing a major in finance, he realized that being a teacher was a vehicle for his calling to show students who look like him that they can be successful.
Assistant Principal Myron Fisher had teachers pour into him as a student, and being a teacher – and now a high school administrator – gives him the opportunity to give back.
Jocelyne Centeno teaches in a diverse district because it’s important for students to see teachers who look like them, speak their language, and have similar backgrounds and experiences.
Middle school music teacher Panya Amphone was inspired to go into education because he had teachers who believed in him. Now he is the teacher he needed to see when he was in middle school – a male teacher of color who can be there for his students.
Math teacher Karla Baltazar was involved in the classroom starting in middle school as a peer coach, through tutoring students after high school. Karla matches the background of many of her students of Hispanic descent, helping to develop positive relationships with students who can see their future selves thrive.
Special Education teacher Chris Brown became an educator after volunteering in the classroom while playing football for the Wichita Force. He believes teaching special education provides an opportunity to be their advocate and their voice.
Featured Jobs at WPS
Special Education Teachers
Special Education teachers ensure all students recieve a high-quality education regardless of student ability.
Guest Staff (Substitutes)
Substitute teachers are in high demand this year. Other guest staff positions are available in professional services, custodial and food service positions.
Paraeducators
Paras provide direct support to individuals or groups of students who have Individual Education Plans that require additional attention. Every school needs these education support professionals.