Kindergarten Teacher - Immediate Start in Urban Elementary

Barbara C. Jordan Elementary; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Barbara C. Jordan Elementary in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to join a high-energy team serving diverse learners.

The teacher will plan and deliver research-based instruction, address varied learning styles, and collaborate with families and district staff to meet academic and well-being goals. Candidates should hold Missouri Elementary Certification: B-3, with urban teaching experience and strong interpersonal skills; salary is commensurate with

Qualifications

• Missouri Elementary Certification: B-3.
• Teaching experience or equivalent in an urban environment.
• Superior interpersonal relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional activities that foster meaningful learning experiences.
• Identify and adapt instructional resources to meet diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Assist in assessing curricular needs and propose improvement plans.
• Implement the District’s instructional goals and objectives to ensure student learning.
• Model professional and ethical standards with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Establish cooperative relationships with students, parents, and schools per district values.
• Demonstrate ability to reduce the academic achievement gap.
• Participate in district and building professional development.
• Meet professional obligations with deadlines, schedules, and conferences.

Skills

Superior interpersonal relationship

Education

Missouri Elementary Certification: B-3

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Barbara C. Jordan Elementary in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Kindergarten teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to join a high-energy team serving diverse learners.

The teacher will plan and deliver research-based instruction, address varied learning styles, and collaborate with families and district staff to meet academic and well-being goals. Candidates should hold Missouri Elementary Certification: B-3, with urban teaching experience and strong interpersonal skills; salary is commensurate with