Teacher - Early Childhood Special Education - Early Learning Center

Orchard Farm School District is seeking a Certified Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 School Year!

Located in northeast St. Charles County, MO, the last decade of new developments such as Charlestowne and New Town, situated along Highway 370, have contributed significantly to the increased growth of enrollment and the community.  Orchard Farm School District has a current enrollment of approximately 2.600 student across the 6 buildings including High School (9-12), Junior High (7-8), Middle School (5-6), two K-4 Elementary Schools, and the Early Learning Center.  Orchard Farm has also been named a Top Workplace by staff since 2017.

Orchard Farm School District offers employees a great benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance paid for the employee by the district.  Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional developement, and discount on tuition based programs are also offered to benefit eligible employees.  Retirement "Pension" plan is offered through PSRS/PEERS, along with many other supplemental policies including a 403/457(b) plan.

Our mission is to provide a supportive, safe, and engaging learning environment in which ALL children learn at high levels.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education Certification 
• Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations, and law
• Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
• Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication 
• Ability to problem solve and work in a collaborative team environment 

An individual who holds this position is required to:

• Provide specialized instruction to students
• Create and implement classroom and individual behavior management plans
• Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
• Participate in building, grade level, and subject area committees
• Participate in professional development activities
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, progress in developmental areas, and IEP goal data
• Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
• Case manage IEPS and work with related service providers to develop individualized programming 
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
• Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed

 REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Current Resume
• Transcripts
• Certificate(s)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation

SALARY SCHEDULE Salary is based from years of experience teaching and degree per OFSD policy and procedure.  2025-2026 salary schedule will be updated upon Board of Education approval.

Salary : $47,200 - $100,800