Substitute Teacher - Dale M. Thompson/Trails West School

State of Missouri
Kansas City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 29, 2025
  • Part Time
  • Education and Training
  • Job Description

    Substitute Teacher, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

    Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled

    Salary: $20.17 -$29.78

    What you’ll do:

    • Design and implement appropriate individualized education program for students with disabilities utilizing

      MSSD curriculum, and considering transition goals, school, employment, community, and home learning

      environments.
    • Analyze student’s learning style based upon charted progress and adapt teaching strategies and

      activities to meet the student’s specific educational needs.
    • Choose age appropriate, functional and safe activities, materials, equipment and sites for teaching.
    • Conduct IEP team and special education meetings.
    • Coordinate the design and implementation of behavioral support/intervention plans for students with

      challenging behaviors.
    • Coordinate the design and implementation of communication systems for students.
    • Develop and follow an instructionally time-efficient daily schedule for implementation of

      students’ IEPs.
    • Follow student specific special health care procedures as specified.
    • Maintain a safe environment for students.
    • Maintain confidentiality of student, parent, and staff personally identifiable information.
    • Follow policies and guidelines of the MSSD program.
    • Carry out daily self-care needs of students as needed (i.e., toileting, diapering, feeding, handwashing, toothbrushing, etc.).
    • Must maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification as specified by MSSD.


    All you need for success:

    • Eligible to be issued and subsequently receive a Missouri Substitute Teacher’s Certificate by documenting a

      minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university approved by the Department of

      Elementary and Secondary Education, Coordinating Board for High Education, or contained within the

      United States Department of Education directory of post-secondary institutions.


    OR

    • Missouri Teaching Certificate.


    *The position requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

    (Other qualifications and experience which, in the opinion of the Commissioner of Education, meet the

    requirements of the position may be accepted in lieu of the above.)

    More reasons to love this position:

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

    Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov .

    Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7 th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.



    To Our Applicants with Disabilities:
    For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

    Notice to Applicants:
    The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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