The Independence School District has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2019 and 2020! The ISD is the only K-12 institution in Missouri to receive this recognition. The District offers great benefits, including access to the ISD Health Clinic and use of our free fitness center and Henley Aquatic Center.

The District is excited to offer a new Childcare Reimbursement Program, providing employees the opportunity to enroll their children in District-sponsored childcare programs, Kid’s Safari and the District’s Early Education programs, at a reduced cost. The ISD Benefit Program is available to current ISD employees who work at least 25 hours per week, reside within the boundaries of the ISD and own their residence.

Thank you for your interest in starting a career in the Independence School District and joining our wonderful ISD team. View current openings below:

Openings

• Accompanist
• Administration
• Adult and Community Education
• Aquatics
• Athletics/Activities
• Before and After School Care
• Classroom Support
• Early Childhood
• Elementary School Teaching
• High School Teaching
• Maintenance/Custodial/Purchasing
• Middle School Teaching
• Nursing
• Nutrition Services
• Public Relations
• Public Safety
• Secretarial/Clerical
• Social Work
• Special Education
• Substitute
• Technology
• Transportation

If you have trouble with any portion of the application process, please contact April Claphan at april_claphan@isdschools.org or 816-521-5300. We’d be happy to walk you through this process. Thank you for your interest in the Independence School District.

Salary and Benefits

Please visit the Salary Schedules page for a listing of all current salary information.

Substitutes

Are you interested in becoming a substitute? Visit our Substitute Services site for more information including the steps for applying to become a sub.