ECSE Pre-K Educator: Architect of Inclusion

Location: Duchesne (1), Commons Lane (2), Parker Road (1) Primary School

Year: 2026-2027 School Year

The Opportunity: Building the Foundation of Belonging

In our Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) classrooms, we believe that every child’s potential is limitless. We are looking for a passionate, certified Special Education Teacher who specializes in the "magic" of early childhood. You are the specialist who sees the brilliance in every scholar, regardless of their developmental path, and creates a classroom where "access" is the standard and "growth" is the celebration.

As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure our youngest learners with diverse needs are prepared for a lifetime of success. If you are a champion for equity and a master of play-based intervention, your next chapter starts here.

Role Summary

As an ECSE Pre-K Teacher, you will lead a specialized classroom environment for children ages 3–5 with identified disabilities. You will design and implement highly individualized, play-based instruction that aligns with both Missouri Early Learning Standards and specific IEP goals. Working at the heart of a collaborative team—including therapists, paraprofessionals, and families—you will foster a nurturing community where social-emotional wellbeing and academic readiness go hand-in-hand.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)

Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Special Education (B-3).

Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.

Master of Differentiation: You know how to take a single lesson and make it accessible for a student using a communication device, a student with sensory sensitivities, and a student working on fine motor goals.

Equity Champion: You are a fierce advocate for inclusive practices, ensuring your scholars are seen as vital members of the wider school community.

Relationship Builder: You understand that for many families, you are their first guide into the world of Special Education, and you lead that journey with empathy and clarity.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

Lead the IEP Journey: Draft, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that are data-driven, compliant, and deeply personal to each child.

Inspire Through Play: Facilitate a "hands-on" learning environment where therapy goals (Speech, OT, PT) are seamlessly woven into daily centers and play.

Coordinate the Team: Lead your classroom paraprofessionals and partner with related service providers to ensure a consistent, "Whole Child" approach.

Empower Families: Provide regular, meaningful communication to parents, helping them celebrate milestones and navigate the transition to Kindergarten.

Cultivate Regulation: Use trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help students learn to navigate their emotions and their environment safely.

Your Leadership Partners

Primary Support: Director of Early Childhood

The Logistics of Your Success

Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff

Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar (187 Days)

Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education.

Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, and PSRS/PEERS Retirement).

The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support

We don't just hire teachers; we invest in inclusion leaders.

Collaborative Ecosystem: You aren't on an island; you are surrounded by a team of SLPs, OTs, and PTs dedicated to your students’ success.

Mentorship that Matters: New ECSE teachers are paired with veteran mentors who understand the unique compliance and pedagogical needs of early childhood special education.

Professional Growth: Access to district-provided training in Conscious Discipline, specialized curricula, and the latest research in neurodiversity.

Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.

About Our Schools

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered district that treats Special Education as a pillar of excellence. Our ECSE programs are nationally recognized hubs of innovation where we provide an environment that honors every child’s unique path. We are fiercely committed to equity, inclusion, and the best possible environment for our 10,000 students.

Hiring Timeline

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Ready to help our youngest scholars find their path to brilliance? Join our fantastic team today!

Job Requirements:
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required