ECSE Pre-K Teacher
Ferguson-Florissant School District
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Ferguson-Florissant School District is seeking an ECSE Pre-K Educator to lead a specialized classroom for 3–5 year olds with identified disabilities. The role emphasizes play-based instruction aligned to Missouri standards and IEP goals, within a collaborative team including therapists and families.
You will design individualized plans, monitor progress, and partner with service providers to ensure a Whole Child approach and successful transition to Kindergarten.
Qualifications
- Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Special Education (B-3).
- Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners using assistive devices or modalities.
- Advocate for inclusive practices and equitable access to learning.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement highly individualized, play-based instruction aligned with Missouri Early Learning Standards and IEP goals.
- Collaborate with therapists, paraprofessionals, and families to support the Whole Child approach.
- Lead the IEP journey with data-driven planning, compliance, and personalization.
- Foster a nurturing environment addressing social-emotional wellbeing and academic readiness.
Skills
Education
Job description
Ferguson-Florissant School District ADMIN CTR EARLY EDUCATION - Hazelwood, Missouri Open in Google Maps
Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026
Location: Duchesne (1), Commons Lane (2),Parker Road (1) , (2) Bermuda
Year: 2026-2027 School Year
In our Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) classrooms, we believe that every child’s potential is limitless. We are looking for a passionate, certified Special Education Teacher who specializes in the "magic" of early childhood. You are the specialist who sees the brilliance in every scholar, regardless of their developmental path, and creates a classroom where "access" is the standard and "growth" is the celebration.
As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure our youngest learners with diverse needs are prepared for a lifetime of success. If you are a champion for equity and a master of play-based intervention, your next chapter starts here.
As an ECSE Pre-K Teacher, you will lead a specialized classroom environment for children ages 3–5 with identified disabilities. You will design and implement highly individualized, play-based instruction that aligns with both Missouri Early Learning Standards and specific IEP goals. Working at the heart of a collaborative team—including therapists, paraprofessionals, and families—you will foster a nurturing community where social-emotional wellbeing and academic readiness go hand-in-hand.
Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Special Education (B-3).
Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.
Master of Differentiation: You know how to take a single lesson and make it accessible for a student using a communication device, a student with sensory sensitivities, and a student working on fine motor goals.
Equity Champion: You are a fierce advocate for inclusive practices, ensuring your scholars are seen as vital members of the wider school community.
Relationship Builder: You understand that for many families, you are their first guide into the world of Special Education, and you lead that journey with empathy and clarity.
Lead the IEP Journey: Draft, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that are data-driven, compliant, and deeply personal to each child.
Inspire Through Play: Facilitate a "hands-on" learning environment where therapy goals (Speech, OT, PT) are seamlessly woven into daily centers and play.
Coordinate the Team: Lead your classroom paraprofessionals and partner with related service providers to ensure a consistent, "Whole Child" approach.
Empower Families: Provide regular, meaningful communication to parents, helping them celebrate milestones and navigate the transition to Kindergarten.
Cultivate Regulation: Use trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help students learn to navigate their emotions and their environment safely.
Primary Support:Director of Early Childhood
Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff
Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar (187 Days)
Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education.
Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, and PSRS/PEERS Retirement).
We don't just hire teachers; we invest in inclusion leaders.
Collaborative Ecosystem: You aren't on an island; you are surrounded by a team of SLPs, OTs, and PTs dedicated to your students’ success.
Mentorship that Matters: New ECSE teachers are paired with veteran mentors who understand the unique compliance and pedagogical needs of early childhood special education.
Professional Growth: Access to district-provided training in Conscious Discipline, specialized curricula, and the latest research in neurodiversity.
Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered district that treats Special Education as a pillar of excellence. Our ECSE programs are nationally recognized hubs of innovation where we provide an environment that honors every child’s unique path. We are fiercely committed to equity, inclusion, and the best possible environment for our 10,000 students.
Application Deadline:Until Filled
Salary: $45,066 to $71,946 A
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood
- Bachelor degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Shantana Herd-Luckett , Director of Early Childhood
- ADMIN CTR EARLY EDUCATION
- Phone: 314-824-2073
Job ID: 5613881
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jun 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026
Location: Duchesne (1), Commons Lane (2),Parker Road (1) , (2) Bermuda
Year: 2026-2027 School Year
In our Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) classrooms, we believe that every child’s potential is limitless. We are looking for a passionate, certified Special Education Teacher who specializes in the "magic" of early childhood. You are the specialist who sees the brilliance in every scholar, regardless of their developmental path, and creates a classroom where "access" is the standard and "growth" is the celebration.
As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure our youngest learners with diverse needs are prepared for a lifetime of success. If you are a champion for equity and a master of play-based intervention, your next chapter starts here.
As an ECSE Pre-K Teacher, you will lead a specialized classroom environment for children ages 3–5 with identified disabilities. You will design and implement highly individualized, play-based instruction that aligns with both Missouri Early Learning Standards and specific IEP goals. Working at the heart of a collaborative team—including therapists, paraprofessionals, and families—you will foster a nurturing community where social-emotional wellbeing and academic readiness go hand-in-hand.
Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Special Education (B-3).
Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.
Master of Differentiation: You know how to take a single lesson and make it accessible for a student using a communication device, a student with sensory sensitivities, and a student working on fine motor goals.
Equity Champion: You are a fierce advocate for inclusive practices, ensuring your scholars are seen as vital members of the wider school community.
Relationship Builder: You understand that for many families, you are their first guide into the world of Special Education, and you lead that journey with empathy and clarity.
Lead the IEP Journey: Draft, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that are data-driven, compliant, and deeply personal to each child.
Inspire Through Play: Facilitate a "hands-on" learning environment where therapy goals (Speech, OT, PT) are seamlessly woven into daily centers and play.
Coordinate the Team: Lead your classroom paraprofessionals and partner with related service providers to ensure a consistent, "Whole Child" approach.
Empower Families: Provide regular, meaningful communication to parents, helping them celebrate milestones and navigate the transition to Kindergarten.
Cultivate Regulation: Use trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help students learn to navigate their emotions and their environment safely.
Primary Support:Director of Early Childhood
Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff
Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar (187 Days)
Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education.
Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, and PSRS/PEERS Retirement).
We don't just hire teachers; we invest in inclusion leaders.
Collaborative Ecosystem: You aren't on an island; you are surrounded by a team of SLPs, OTs, and PTs dedicated to your students’ success.
Mentorship that Matters: New ECSE teachers are paired with veteran mentors who understand the unique compliance and pedagogical needs of early childhood special education.
Professional Growth: Access to district-provided training in Conscious Discipline, specialized curricula, and the latest research in neurodiversity.
Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered district that treats Special Education as a pillar of excellence. Our ECSE programs are nationally recognized hubs of innovation where we provide an environment that honors every child’s unique path. We are fiercely committed to equity, inclusion, and the best possible environment for our 10,000 students.
Application Deadline:Until Filled
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