Job Openings

Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook – Weskan Schools, USD 242, seeks a dynamic and reliable Kitchen Manager/Lead Cook to oversee daily food service operations. Responsibilities include menu planning, inventory and ordering systems, grocery shopping, and meal preparation for breakfast and lunch. The ideal candidate will ensure nutritious and well-balanced meals while maintaining food safety standards. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a school setting are essential. Join our team and make a difference in our students’ daily nutrition! If interested, send your license, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org . You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Dishwasher/Assistant Cook – Weskan Schools, USD 242, is looking for a reliable and hardworking Dishwasher/Assistant Cook to support daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, washing dishes, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and helping with food service for breakfast and lunch. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong work ethic, ensuring a clean and efficient kitchen environment. Join our team and help provide nutritious meals for our students! If interested, send your license, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org . You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Summer Help – Custodian/Maintenance Position - Weskan Schools USD 242 is seeking seasonal summer help to assist with custodial and maintenance tasks throughout the school. This temporary position is ideal for individuals who take pride in their work and want to contribute to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment. Responsibilities include painting, moving furniture, groundskeeping, deep cleaning classrooms, dusting, disinfecting desks and equipment, and performing basic maintenance tasks as needed. Applicants should be reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Compensation: $12 per hour. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your application to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org or Will Horn at whorn@weskanschool.org. For more information, call 785-943-5222. Join us this summer and help prepare our school for the upcoming year!

High School Boys Basketball Head Coach: Weskan Schools USD 242 seeks a Head High School Boys Varsity Basketball Coach to lead and develop the boys' basketball program. This position requires a coach committed to fostering athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and personal growth in student-athletes. The coach will oversee all aspects of the program, including skill development, game strategy, team leadership, and collaboration with school staff, parents, and the community. Applications will be accepted and acted on until April 30th, 2025. Open this link for more information: https://shorturl.at/Eyily If interested, send your license, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org . You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Paraeducator/Substitute Teacher (Spanish Speaking Preferred):  2024-25 F/T elementary para/sub to help with K-5 small groups. $12/hr. If interested, send your license, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org . You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Paraeducator NKSECWeskan is looking to add a paraeducator to our special education team! Applications can be found at nkesc.org. If you have any questions, contact Stacey Riedel (785-821-0846).

Supplemental Coaching/Sponsoring Opportunities: Are you passionate about working with students and helping them grow through sports and other school activities? If so, we’d love to talk to you! We have an opening for:

  • High School Boys Basketball Head Coach.

  • Forensics

  • FFA

If you are interested, please send your application to Bret Clow bclow@weskanschools.org or John Cox at superintendent@weskanschools.org. For more information, feel free to call 785-943-5222.

Custodian/Maintenance Position (Full or Part-Time) – Weskan Schools USD 242 is looking for a dedicated and hardworking Custodian/Maintenance professional to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our students and staff. Responsibilities include painting, minor repairs, moving furniture, groundskeeping, dusting, deep cleaning classrooms, disinfecting desks, chairs, and equipment, and performing basic maintenance tasks. If you take pride in your work and enjoy being around kids, we’d love to hear from you! This position offers a compensation of $12 per hour. Please send your application to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org or Will Horn at whorn@weskanschool.org. For more information, call 785-943-5222. Join our team and make a difference in our school community!

Substitute Teachers are Needed for the remainder of the 23-24 school year. The pay is $100 per full day and $50 for half day. Lunch is provided. If interested, send your license, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org . You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Route Bus Drivers: The route is on a supplemental contract paying $6,500 per school year. The routes are before school and after school, driving a suburban. You must have a DOT physical, pass a defensive driving class, have CPR/First Aid certification, complete 10 hours per year of safety meetings or training, and hold a valid driver's license. All training, certifications, and physicals are paid for or reimbursed once complete. If interested, send your application, resume, and cover letter to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org. You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.

Activities Bus Drivers:  Hiring a CDL activity bus driver with S & P endorsed to drive various activities. An activity bus driver is paid $18/hr. You must have a current DOT physical, pass a defensive driving class, have CPR/First Aid certification, and complete 10 hours of safety meetings or training per year. All training, certifications, and physicals are paid for or reimbursed once complete. If interested, send your application, resume, and cover letter to John Cox at jcox242@weskanschools.org. You can also call 785-943-5222 for more information.