At the current time USD 446 has openings for the following position(s): 

All applications need to be returned to the Board of Education 517 N 10th, Independence,  or emailed to:   kdoub@indyschools.com.

Head Volleyball Coach - The Head Coach promotes an appreciation of physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The Head Coach provides leadership and supervision for team and individual sports, and works closely with the staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below or from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

Head Wrestling Coach - The Head Coach promotes an appreciation of physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The Head Coach provides leadership and supervision for team and individual sports, and works closely with the staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below or from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

Assistant Track Coach - The Assistant Coach will assist the Head Coach in promoting an appreciation of physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The Assistant Coach assists in providing leadership and supervision for team and individual sports, and works closely with the other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below or from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

ESOL Classroom/Teacher Aide - 10 month full time position at Independence Middle School . The ESOL classroom/teacher aide will assist the Instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. To accomplish these tasks, the ESOL classroom/teacher aide works closely with the staff and administration of Unified School District 446. This position does not require applicant to be bilingual. Candidates may obtain an application below or pick one up from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

Full Time Food Service Staff - Full time food service staff position is a 10 month position and the hours are 6:30 am to 3:00 pm - Monday through Friday. Position will remain open until filled. Candidates may obtain an application below or pick one up from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

Paraprofessional - 10 month full time position- The classroom paraprofessional assists the Instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. Candidates may obtain an application below or pick one up from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas.

Substitute Aide - USD #446 is hiring individuals with 48 college hours to work as substitute aides.  This is an as needed position.  This person will fill in for aide positions as assigned and during the absence of the full time aide.  Candidates may obtain an application below or pick one up from the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas. 

Substitute Custodian - This would be an on-call position. 

If you are interested, please return completed application to the Board of Education office, 517 N. 10th St., Independence, KS.  If you have any questions regarding this position(s), please contact the Board of Education Office at (620) 332-1800. 

Application for classified position, CLICK HERE

I-9 Instructions,  CLICK HERE 

High School Physical Education/Health Teacher -The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Middle School Industrial Arts Teacher -The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Middle School FACS Teacher The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Secondary Math Teacher -The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Elementary Music Teacher - The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Elementary Classroom Teacher - The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with students, parents, and other staff and administration of Unified School District 446. Candidates may obtain an application below  and return to the Board of Education Office, 517 N. 10th, Independence, Kansas

Substitute Teacher / Emergency Substitute Teacher - As needed position. A Kansas teaching license or emergency substitute license is required.  For more information inquire at 517 N. 10th St., Independence, KS 67301.  Substitute Teachers and Emergency Substitute Teachers are currently paid $120.00/day.

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.  EOE.

Application for Certified position, CLICK HERE.

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