Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - Pattonville Early Childhood Center - 2026-2027

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher - Pattonville Early Childhood Center - 2026-2027
Pending BOE approval of staff member's resignation

Pattonville School District is seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to join our team. We are committed to creating a nurturing learning environment where diversity is valued, knowledge empowers students, and commitment leads to success. The ideal candidate will inspire young learners, foster a love of learning, and support students in becoming responsible and engaged citizens.

Position Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the director of early childhood, facilitate student achievement and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized learning and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize instructional time.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning.
• Modifies instructional methods based on individual student needs.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge of developments in the educational field by attending staff meetings, professional development, and by conducting action research.
• Keeps accurate and complete student records related to­ assessment, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and their parents/guardians.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school/district policies and establishes/maintains standards of student conduct needed to achieve an effective learning environment.
• Coordinates with other staff members, participates in faculty meetings, and attends professional development.
• Selects and utilizes appropriate learning materials/instructional tools consistent with district curriculum.
• Act as case manager/carrier for assigned students.
• Collaborates and schedules IEP meetings with required members.
• Participate as a member of the IEP team and provide input to the IEP Goals.
• Assess students and write individual educational plans (IEPs) to meet the individual student needs.
• Provide students with specialized instruction based on their unique needs resulting from their identified disabilities.
• Monitors individual student's progress utilizing data that reflects student performance and adjusts instruction as needed based on analysis of the data.

Additional Duties:

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Early Childhood.

(The responsibilities listed above are representative of the position and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties.) 
 

Travel Requirements:

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of early childhood curriculum and concepts.
• Ability to use learning software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents/guardians.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or masters degree from an accredited college or university.
• Missouri Early Childhood Special Education B-3 Certification.   
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and student success.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive community dedicated to student achievement.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A district that values innovation and collaboration.

Work Hours: 7.25 hours per day; 5 days per week
 

Work calendar: 189 days (2026-2027 calendar)

FLSA Status:   Exempt

Salary: Commensurate with years of full-time teaching experience. Service credit is awarded on a year-by-year basis, with a maximum of 20 years recognized. (Certified Teacher Salary Schedule 2026-2027)

Candidates who have signed a contract for the 2026–2027 school year should consult with their current district to confirm eligibility for release prior to applying.

Position open until filled