Certified Teacher - Intermediate 3rd - 5th Grade

Certified Teacher – Intermediate 3rd – 5th Grade

Ferguson‑Florissant School District – Lee Hamilton Elementary, Ferguson, Missouri

Starting Date
:
July 1, 2026

Location: Lee Hamilton Intermediate School (Grades 3-5)

School Year:

In our intermediate buildings, students are finding their voices and we need educators who can 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 won’t just lecture from a SMART Board; you will join a visionary team dedicated to equity, innovation, and excitement for education.

As an Intermediate Teacher, you will lead a classroom within 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.

• Guide students as they transition from foundational literacy to complex, inquiry‑based learning.
• Collaborate with your grade‑level PLC to analyze student growth and pivot instruction in real time.
• Leverage district assets such as Little Creek Nature Area and STEAM initiatives to make learning multi‑dimensional.
• Build a classroom culture where “Community” is lived experience for every student.

• Certified Professional:
  Valid Missouri Teaching Certification (Elementary Ed 1‑6).
• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree (required);
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Comfortable teaching any grade level within the 3‑5 span.
• Committed to ensuring every student, regardless of background, has a seat at the table of success.
• Excited to integrate technology and hands‑on learning into daily instruction (STEAM‑Ready).

• Primary Support:
  Building Principal.
• Instructional Support:
  District Academic Coaches and Building Leadership Team.

• Classification:
  Exempt, Certified Staff.
• Work Year: 10‑Month Academic Calendar, 187 Contract Days.
• Salary:
  Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, as outlined in district policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Mentorship:
  Every new intermediate teacher is paired with a veteran mentor for the first two years.
• Planning:
  Weekly collaborative planning time built into the contract.
• Professional Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement and district‑provided professional development.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  Dedicated “Plan & Prep” blocks and early‑release professional development days.
• Health & Well‑Being: 100% district‑paid comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Leadership Support:
  Instructional Support Leaders available as partners in education.

The Ferguson‑Florissant School District is a community of families and neighborhoods 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 consists of seven primary schools (PreK‑2), six elementary schools (3‑5), two sixth grade centers, two middle schools (7‑8), two high schools and one alternative school, as well as specialized programs such as PROBE gifted, Challenger Learning Center, and STEAM schools.

Final date to receive applications:
April 4, 2026

• Dr. Amanda Eye, Principal – Lee Hamilton Elementary – Phone: 314‑521‑6755

Ready to lead an intermediate classroom? Join our fantastic team today!