Join a District That Pays Well and Invests in Its Teachers Starting salary of $46,500, or $54,000 with a master's degree. One of the highest teacher salary schedules in the Kansas City metro area. Credit for all years of certified, full-time teaching experience. Monthly stipends, beginning in January, for teachers who sign a contract before December 31 (see the attached flyer for details).Earn Before You Start! New Teacher Onboarding & Engagement Stipend Program Recruiting Certified Educators for the 2027–2028 School YearGet Paid Up to $33,550 Before Day One! Are you graduating from a four-year teaching program or looking for your next certified teaching role? Join HMC-1 early and get financially rewarded for getting prepared and connected before the school year officially begins! Monthly Incentive $500.00 per month for completed before December 31, 2026 to qualify for all seven (7) preparation & engagement activities stipend months ($3,500 total).Total Incentive Up to $3,500.00 total per certified new hire – before you even start! Program Capacity Capped at the first 10 signed certified contracts. Earn your monthly $500 stipend by completing and logging flexible and mandatory engagement & prep activities per month from the approved categories below: Why Choose HMC-1District Literacy Focus & Instructional Expectations Top Salaries: HMC-1 has one of the highest teacher salaries in the Metro area.
Competitive Benefits:
The district offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our staff.
Parent-Teacher Conferences & Evening Events:
Attend school showcases, STEAM nights, or evening conference sessions to observe community dynamics and meet future colleagues.
Professional Development: HMC-1 provides a variety of opportunities for all staff members to grow.
Curriculum Planning & Research: Devote 5+ hours during the month to reviewing unit plans, curriculum guides, and instructional materials.
Classroom Observations: Schedule and conduct observations of experienced educators in your assigned building or department.
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