Location: Johnson-Wabash 6th Grade Center
Year: 2026-2027 School Year
Sixth grade is a milestone year. It is the bridge between the foundational years of elementary and the independence of middle school. We are looking for a dynamic, compassionate Teacher who specializes in this unique stage of development—helping students transition from "learning to read" to "reading to transform."
As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you won't just be teaching 6th graders; you will be helping them find their voice in a larger world. If you are an educator who thrives on building confidence, curiosity, and critical thinking in young adolescents, your next chapter starts here.
As a 6th Grade Teacher, you will lead a classroom within one of our two dedicated 6th Grade Centers. You will facilitate a rigorous, student-centered environment that focuses on analytical reading, narrative and expository writing, and collaborative discussion. Working as part of a specialized 6th-grade team, you will help students navigate their first year of a departmentalized schedule while maintaining a strong sense of community and support.
- Certified Professional: Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Elementary Education (1-6) OR Middle School Content Specific (5-9) .
- Degree Requirements: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required; Master’s degree, preferred.
- Transition Specialist: You understand the social-emotional and academic shift that happens in 6th grade and know how to bridge that gap.
- Equity Champion: You are committed to ensuring every student sees themselves in the stories we read and feels empowered in the stories they write.
- STEAM-Ready: You are excited to integrate digital literacy and modern storytelling tools into the classroom.
- Bridge the Gap: Guide students as they move into more complex, inquiry-based analysis of diverse literature and informational texts.
- Cultivate Writers: Help students master the writing process, focusing on developing evidence-based arguments and creative expression.
- Collaborate: Partner with your 6th-grade team and PLC to ensure a consistent, supportive experience for students across all content areas.
- Utilize Resources: Leverage our district’s unique assets, like Little Creek Nature Area and our STEAM initiatives, to make literacy multi-dimensional.
- Foster Belonging: Build a classroom culture that feels like a "home base" for students as they navigate their new middle-school-style environment.
- Primary Support: Building Principal
- Classification: Exempt, Certified Staff
- Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar, 187 Contract Days
- Salary: Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education.
We don't just hire teachers; we invest in educators.
- Mentorship that Matters: Every new 6th-grade teacher is paired with a veteran mentor who understands the unique "bridge" year.
- Time for Excellence: Weekly collaborative planning time (PLC) built into the contract to support team-based teaching.
- Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and district-provided PD focused on adolescent literacy and transition strategies.
- Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered, fully-accredited district in suburban St. Louis. Our two 6th Grade Centers are hubs of innovation, supported by a district-wide commitment to inclusion and the best possible environment for nearly 10,000 students.
- Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
Ready to lead a 6th grade classroom? Join our fantastic team today!
