Certified Teacher - Intermediate 3rd - 5th Grade

Young World Physical Education

Florissant (MO)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship pairings for new teachers
Professional growth opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Professional development
Plan & Prep blocks and early-release
Health plans (district-paid)
EAP and district health clinic access
Leadership support

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Florissant, Missouri is seeking a Certified Teacher for Intermediate Grades 3-5. As part of the Ferguson-Florissant 'New Chapter', you will empower students in their educational journey, utilizing innovative teaching methods to foster independence and critical thinking. Candidates must hold a valid Missouri Teaching Certification and a Bachelor's degree, with a Master’s preferred. Exceptional support and mentorship programs are offered, along with comprehensive benefits to ensure work-life balance.

Qualifications

  • Experience in elementary education, specifically with grades 3-5.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and adaptability in a classroom setting.
  • Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
  • Commitment to equity and inclusive classroom practices.
  • Interest in integrating technology and hands-on learning.
  • Ability to support literacy growth toward inquiry-based learning.
  • Collaborate with PLC to analyze student growth and adjust instruction.
  • Leverage district assets to create multidimensional learning experiences.
  • Foster a classroom culture where community is a lived experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a classroom and facilitate a student-centered environment.
  • Prepare students for middle school transitions through collaborative projects.
  • Analyze student growth and adjust instruction in real time.
  • Facilitate projects and SEL supports to prepare students for middle school.
  • Collaborate with grade-level PLCs to analyze growth and pivot instruction.

Skills

Valid Missouri Teaching Certification (Elementary Ed 1-6)
Adaptability to teach any grade level 3-5
Commitment to equity
Excited to integrate technology
Ability to guide inquiry-based learning
Collaborative with grade-level teams
Fostering a classroom culture of belonging

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree
Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Certified Teacher - Intermediate 3rd - 5th Grade

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Year: 2026-2027 School Year

Opportunity: Empowering Independent Learners

In our intermediate buildings, students are finding their voices and we need educators to help them project them. Whether it’s 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade, this is the “bridge” where foundational skills meet critical thinking. As part of the Ferguson-Florissant “New Chapter,” you will join a visionary team dedicated to equity, innovation, and excitement for education.

Role Summary

As an Intermediate Teacher, you will lead a classroom in one of our six dedicated intermediate elementary schools (Grades 3‑5). You will facilitate a rigorous, student‑centered environment that prepares young learners for the transition to middle school through collaborative projects, data‑driven instruction, and strong social‑emotional support. Working collaboratively with families, colleagues, and the community, you will help create a positive learning experience that empowers every student to succeed.

Qualifications
  • Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification (Elementary Ed 1‑6).
  • Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.
  • Adaptable Leader: Comfortable and skilled teaching any grade level within 3‑5.
  • Equity Champion: Committed to ensuring every student, regardless of background, has a seat at the table of success.
  • STEAM‑Ready: Excited to integrate technology and hands‑on learning into daily instruction.
  • Bridge the Gap: Guide students as they transition from foundational literacy to complex, inquiry‑based learning.
  • Collaborate: Partner with grade‑level PLC to analyze student growth and pivot instruction in real time.
  • Utilize Resources: Leverage district’s assets like Little Creek Nature Area and STEAM initiatives to make learning multidimensional.
  • Foster Belonging: Build a classroom culture where “Community” isn’t just a word on the wall but a lived experience for every student.
Logistics of Your Success
  • Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff
  • Work Year: 10‑Month Academic Calendar, 187 Contract Days
  • Salary: Based on Teacher Salary Schedule as outlined in district policy and the CB‑Agreement, determined by experience and education.
FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support
  • Mentorship that Matters: Every new intermediate teacher is paired with a veteran mentor for the first two years.
  • Time for Excellence: Weekly collaborative planning time built into the contract.
  • Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and district‑provided professional development.
  • Time for You: Dedicated “Plan & Prep” blocks and early‑release professional development days encourage work‑life balance.
  • Health & Heart: 100% district‑paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) focused on educator mental health and access to the Ferg‑Flor Care district health clinic.
  • Leadership Support: Instructional Support Leaders help inform and walk as partners in education.
About Our Schools

The Ferguson‑Florissant School District is a community of families and neighborhoods located in suburban St. Louis, MO. Fully accredited by the state of Missouri, the district provides an excellent comprehensive educational program for nearly 10,000 students from preschool through 12th grade. The district comprises seven primary schools (PreK‑2), 6 elementary schools (3‑5), two sixth‑grade centers, two middle schools (7‑8), two high schools, and one alternative school, as well as nationally‑recognized early education programs, the PROBE gifted education program, the award‑winning Challenger Learning Center, Little Creek Nature Area, a STEAM middle school and a STEAM high school.

Hiring Timeline
  • Application Deadline: April 4, 2026

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