High School English Language Arts

High School English Language Arts

Ashland USD 220 www.usd220.net

COME BE A BLUEJAY in the Beautiful Red Hills, where "a Thing of Beauty Is a Joy Forever" and Teaching Makes It Last

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of readers, writers, speakers, and performers in one of Kansas most beautiful rural settings? USD 220 Ashland Public Schools is seeking a full-time High School English Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Join a collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to teach a range of English Language Arts courses, including Honors English, and possible options including drama, speech, and forensics. This position also allows flexibility for electives based on candidate strengths and interests, encouraging creativity, communication, and a love of learning in and beyond the classroom.

Nestled among the red hills and wide-open ranchlands of western Kansas, Ashland offers more than just breathtaking sunsets it offers belonging. Our tight-knit community, dedicated Board of Education, and incredible local support make Ashland a place where educators thrive and students succeed.

Whether you are a Transition to Teaching candidate or a seasoned educator, Ashland is a welcoming place to learn, teach, and make a difference. Our small staff works collaboratively, and our leadership team is committed to supporting your success.

Ashland is the county seat of Clark County, Kansas, located about 50 miles south of Dodge City. USD 220 serves the communities of Ashland, Englewood, and surrounding rural areas, and competes in the KSHSAA 1A classification.

Please submit the following to:

Mrs. Paula Rice, Superintendent

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1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Three Letters of Reference
4. Teaching License or Plan of Study and Praxis Scores

Benefits Information

Four-Day School Week (Monday-Thursday): Teacher contract of 166 days for an ideal work-life balanceSmall Class Sizes: Average of 14 students, allowing for strong teacher-student connections.Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, district paid medical emergency transport insurance, vision and other insurance options, 403b plan, sick bank, PTO days, FSA and HSA optionsProfessional Growth: External mentoring, internal instructional support, and active professional development and college course reimbursement per credit hourCoaching & Sponsorship Opportunities available.

Salary Information

Base salary $43,984Step $700 and Track $900Multiple stipends ranging from 3% - 10%

Employer Information

Unified School District #220, Ashland Public Schools is small rural district in southwest Kansas. We are located fifty miles south of Dodge City. We operate on a four-day school week and our teachers are on a 166-day contract. Our district is fiscally sound, and has competitive salary and benefits package. Our community is very supportive of K-12 education. We have 96% attendance rate and 95-100% graduation rate, and 95% of graduates pursue post-secondary education. Our average class size is about 15 students. USD 220 has well-maintained buildings and grounds and the latest in classroom technology. Ashland schools are also a part of the Gemini I program, focused on redesigning the education process to be more innovative and student centered. Ashland is a great place to raise a family! www.usd220.net