Intermediate Educator (Grades 3-5)

Location: Combs Intermediate School (Grades 3-5)

Year: 2026-2027 School Year

The Opportunity: Empowering Independent Learners

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 be lecturing from a SMART Board, you will be joining a visionary team dedicated to equity, innovation and excitement for education.

Role Summary

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.  Working collaboratively with families, colleagues, and the community, you will help create a positive learning experience that empowers every student to succeed.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)
Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification (Elementary Ed 1-6).
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 3rd-5th span.
Equity Champion: You are committed to ensuring every student, regardless of background, has a seat at the table of success.
STEAM-Ready: You are excited to integrate technology and hands-on learning into daily instruction.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

Bridge the Gap: Guide students as they transition from foundational literacy to complex, inquiry-based learning.
Collaborate: Partner with your grade-level PLC to analyze student growth and pivot instruction in real-time.
Utilize Resources: Leverage our district’s unique assets, like Little Creek Nature Area and our STEAM initiatives, to make learning multi-dimensional.
Foster Belonging: Build a classroom culture where "Community" isn't just a word on the wall, but a lived experience for every student.

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 intermediate teacher is paired with a veteran mentor for their first two years to ensure you never feel like you're on an island.
Time for Excellence: Weekly collaborative planning time built into the contract.
Professional Growth: tuition reimbursement and district provided professional development .
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) focused on educator mental health.  Access to Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
Leadership you can count on from Instructional Support Leaders to help inform and walk as a partner in education.

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 a nationally-recognized early education program, the PROBE gifted education program, the award-winning Challenger Learning Center, Little Creek Nature Area, a STEAM middle school and a STEAM high school.

Hiring Timeline
Application Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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

Job Requirements:
Citizenship, residency or work visa required