First Grade Educator: Data-Driven, Impactful Learning

Blue Ridge Elementary School; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Elementary School in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a dedicated 1st Grade teacher for the 2026-27 school year. A bachelor’s degree and Missouri Elementary Education teaching certificate are required; preferred are certificates in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 3) and Elementary Education (Grades 1-6).

The teacher will plan engaging lessons, use data-driven instruction, manage student behavior, and collaborate with administrators and staff to meet district goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree; Missouri teacher certificate in Elementary Education.
• Preferred: Missouri teacher certificate in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 3) and Elementary Education (Grades 1-6).
• ADA requirements cover language, reading, math, technology and attendance; see job description for specifics.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated both individually and collaboratively.
• Plans and implements a program of study that meets the needs and abilities of all students using data-driven decision-making.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.

Skills

Data-driven instruction

Technology integration

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Missouri teacher certificate in Elementary Education

Missouri teacher certificate in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 3)

Elementary Education (Grades 1-6)

Job description

Blue Ridge Elementary School in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a dedicated 1st Grade teacher for the 2026-27 school year. A bachelor’s degree and Missouri Elementary Education teaching certificate are required; preferred are certificates in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 3) and Elementary Education (Grades 1-6).

The teacher will plan engaging lessons, use data-driven instruction, manage student behavior, and collaborate with administrators and staff to meet district goals.