K-8 Special Education Teacher — Impact & Growth

Nimble; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Disability (employer-paid)

Retirement plan

PTO & breaks

Job summary

Momentum Academy in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Grades K-8 to implement CKLA literacy, EL literacy, and Zearn math with collaborative support from El teachers and the principal. The role emphasizes accommodations, engaging lessons, and daily instructional operations.

The position offers competitive salary starting at $47,000 with merit pay potential, strong benefits, and a culture focused on growth, wellness, and community for families and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Missouri Teaching Certification preferred (K-12 Mild-Mod Cross-Cat).
• 1–3 years of experience working with scholars with special education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish a positive, structured learning environment for scholars.
• Plan and implement instruction and lesson plans.
• Prepare scholars for exams and assessments.
• Collaborate with teachers to provide appropriate accommodations.
• Build relationships with scholars, families, and staff.
• Continuously improve teaching skills through feedback and PD.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Missouri teaching certification preferred

Job description

Momentum Academy in St. Louis, MO, is seeking a Special Education Teacher for Grades K-8 to implement CKLA literacy, EL literacy, and Zearn math with collaborative support from El teachers and the principal. The role emphasizes accommodations, engaging lessons, and daily instructional operations.

The position offers competitive salary starting at $47,000 with merit pay potential, strong benefits, and a culture focused on growth, wellness, and community for families and staff.