Independence School District 30

The Independence School District is a community united to improve the quality of life through education. Our committed teachers and staff work to ensure each learner will achieve the skills and self-confidence to be successful in an ever-changing world. As the largest employer in the city of Independence with more than 2,000 employees, the ISD works to serve more than 14,000 students. ISD is a 4-day instructional week school district. We are located just east of Kansas City, Missouri.

District Mission Statement: The Independence School District will ensure that each learner will achieve the skills and self-confidence to be successful in an ever-changing world. District Values Statements: All students can learn. All people have the right to be accepted and treated with respect. Schools will be safe; orderly and caring environments. Effective teaching/learning is the responsibility of the family, school and community. High academic and behavioral standards are expected.

The District is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of admission, recruiting, hiring, retention, promotion, contracted services, and access to programs, services, activities, and facilities. The District further commits itself to the policy that there shall be no unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation against any person because of race, color, religion, disability, age, sex, gender, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. The District is an equal opportunity employer.