The Fordland R-III School District is accepting applications for an Early Childhood teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year. 

Fordland currently operates on a 150-student day calendar.  The calendar is family-friendly, with larger breaks at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and spring break.  The district operates on a four-day schedule with approximately ten professional development days on the calendar.

Fordland Preschool is dedicated to nurturing young children. We serve three to five-year-olds and their families. The ideal candidate should have a passion for working with preschool children and a strong knowledge of and commitment to the constructivist educational approach. Candidates should have excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues. They need to effectively collaborate with team members, show a willingness to grow and learn professionally, and perform duties as assigned by the director.  Relationships, relevance, and student success are the key focus of Fordland R-3 School District. Applicants must possess appropriate Missouri DESE certification (Early Childhood, B-3). Previous experience is preferred, but not required.  Interested applicants should submit the following documentation on the Fordland R-3 jobs website: letter of interest, resume, transcript, letters of reference, copy of certificate(s), and completed Fordland application.

For information, please contact Mrs. Tabitha Foraker, Elementary Principal at 417.767.2307 or tabithaforaker@fordlandschools.org.