6-12 Special Education Teacher — 4-Day Week, Full Benefits

Fordland R-3 School District; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully board-paid medical insurance

4-day work week

Paid time off days per year

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher for the Fordland R-3 School District for the 2026/27 school year. The ideal candidate should be willing to enhance academic achievement while managing the classroom effectively.

Candidates must hold a Missouri DESE certification and preferably have experience with behavioral needs. Benefits include competitive salaries, a 4-day work week, and fully paid medical insurance.

For application details, please visit the school website.

Qualifications

• Must possess appropriate Missouri DESE certification.
• Experience with students who have behavioral needs is expected.
• Previous experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work hard to help increase academic achievement.
• Manage the classroom effectively.
• Collaborate with team members on educational plans.

Skills

Knowledge in writing IEPs

Experience with behavioral needs

Collaboration with team members

Energetic and caring

Education

Missouri DESE certification

Certification in Special Education Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical

Job description

The Fordland R-3 School District is accepting applications for a 6-12 Special Education Teacher for the 2026/27 School Year.

Applicants must possess appropriate Missouri DESE certification. Previous experience is preferred, but not required. The ideal candidate should be capable of being a team member willing to work hard to help increase academic achievement, be energetic, and show high enthusiasm, be caring, yet firm, with effective classroom management; knowledge in writing IEPs, Section 504 Plans, behavior plans, and the Special Education process; great communication skills; experience with students who have behavioral needs; and works collaboratively with all team members. Student success is the key focus of Fordland Schools.

Requirements for this position include: certification in Special Education Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical. Preferred skills include: DLM knowledge and prior experience.

Fordland School is located 20 miles east of Springfield and offers competitive teacher salaries, a 4-day week, a positive work environment, fully board-paid medical insurance, and paid time off days per year.

Please visit the school website at https://fordland.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx to apply for the position. For any questions or information, please contact: Mr. Duey, MS/HS Principal at 417-767-2298.