Classroom Teacher - Fort Osage R-1 School District
Position: Classroom Teacher
Subject Area: Early Childhood
Job Title: Early Childhood Teacher
Job Location: Woodland Early Childhood Center
Beginning: Aug 06, 2025
Deadline: Open until filled **
Certificate: Early Childhood Spec. Ed. (P-K)
Certificate: Elementary Education
District: Fort Osage R-1 School District
Independence, MO 64058
Telephone: 816-650-7000
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Job Description:
Apply now to work in the Fort Osage School District!
 
This position is for the 2025-2026 school year.  Salary is based on the adopted salary schedule for the 24-25 school year at this time (starting salary= $44,200). We accept all previous years in certificated teaching roles as steps on the salary schedule.  The Fort Osage School District prioritizes a highly competitive salary schedule, with additional benefits including optional fully paid health insurance, career ladder stipends (up to $5,000), extra duty stipend opportunities and more.  
 
New teachers mentor program available for all first and second year teachers. 
 
Must hold a valid Missouri Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Special Education (B-3).  Certificated teaching experience in early childhood and/or early grades is preferred.  
 
Woodland Early Childhood Center has students ages 3-5 that qualify under special education or title one criteria.  Students participate in a half day session, AM or PM, Monday through Thursday, with Fridays available for testing, IEP meetings and collaboration.  Classrooms have paraprofessional support also.
 
 For questions or to learn more, reach out to Mrs. Amy Cox, Principal (816-650-7483) or to the Human Resources Department (816-650-7004).
 

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