What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Teacher - Primary KG - 2nd Grade position at DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY?
Primary Educator (Grades K-2)
Location: Duchesne Primary Schools (Grades K-2)
Year: 2026-2027 School Year
The Opportunity: Building the Foundation
In our primary buildings, you aren't just teaching lessons; you are opening doors to the world. Whether it’s Kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grade, this is where "I can't" turns into "I can."
As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you won't just be managing a classroom; you will be joining a visionary team dedicated to equity, innovation, and the pure excitement of early childhood education. If you believe that every child deserves a joyful start to their academic journey, we want you here.
Role Summary
As a Primary Teacher, you will lead a classroom within one of our seven dedicated primary schools (PreK-2). You will facilitate a nurturing, student-centered environment that focuses on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. Working collaboratively with families, colleagues, and the community, you will help create a positive first learning experience that empowers our youngest scholars to succeed.
Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)
- Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification (Early Childhood B-3 or Elementary Ed 1-6).
- Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.
- Adaptable Leader: You are comfortable and skilled in teaching any grade level within the K-2 span.
- Equity Champion: You are committed to ensuring every student, regardless of background, has a seat at the table of success from day one.
- STEAM-Ready: You are excited to integrate play-based learning and hands-on technology into daily instruction.
Your Impact (Key Duties)
- Ignite Literacy: Guide students through the critical transition of decoding sounds to discovering the magic of stories.
- Collaborate: Partner with your grade-level PLC to analyze student growth and pivot instruction in real-time to meet every learner where they are.
- Utilize Resources: Leverage our district’s unique assets, like Little Creek Nature Area and our Early Education expertise, to make learning multi-dimensional and tactile.
- Foster Belonging: Build a classroom culture where "Community" is felt through every morning meeting and shared success.
Your Leadership Partners
- Primary Support: Building Principal
- Instructional Support: District Academic Coaches and Building Leadership Team
The Logistics of Your Success
- 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. Salary is determined based on experience and education.
The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support
We don't just hire teachers; we invest in educators.
- Mentorship that Matters: Every new primary teacher is paired with a veteran mentor for their first two years to ensure you are supported as you find your rhythm.
- Time for Excellence: Weekly collaborative planning time built into the contract.
- Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and district-provided professional development focused on early childhood best practices.
- Time for You: Dedicated "Plan & Prep" blocks and early-release professional development days encourage work-life balance.
- Health & Heart: 100% district-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
- Leadership You Can Count On: Instructional Support Leaders who walk as partners in your professional journey.
About Our Schools
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community of families and neighborhoods located 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 is comprised 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 our nationally-recognized early education program and the award-winning Challenger Learning Center.
Hiring Timeline
- Application Deadline: April 4, 2026
Ready to lead a primary classroom? Join our fantastic team today!