Orchard Farm High School is seeking a highly motivated, student-centered certified Family and Consumer Science teacher to join our team for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year!  Our mission is empowering students with the skills and integrity to succeed in an ever-changing global community. Teachers are responsible for providing instruction and support to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning.

Additional Position Information:

• This position will be re-launching the Family Consumer Science curricular content (Culinary Arts and Childcare and Development) 
• This position will also include an extra duty stipend for being the sponsor of the FCCLA Technical Student Organization
• Courses include Culinary Arts and Child Development 
• Work with the High School Principal to design a Career Ready Pathway and to identify students who would be qualified for Registered Youth Apprenticeships through the USDOL
• An understanding of IRCs, TSAs, and Stackable Credentials is preferred

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree or higher
• Appropriate valid Missouri Teaching Certificate
• Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations and law
• Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
• Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication 
• Ability to problem solve

An individual who holds this position is required to:

• Provide instruction to students
• Create and implement a classroom disciplinary plan
• Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
• Participate in building, grade level and subject area committees
• Participate in professional development activities
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance, grades and discipline
• Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
• Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
• Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs and individual health plans
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
• Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
• Subject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilities

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• Transcripts
• Certificate(s)
• 3 Letters of Recommendation (preferred)

For more information, please contact Dr. Greg Jones, OFHS Principal (gjones@ofr5.com)

Current Salary Schedule - Salary will based on years of experience teaching and degree per OFSD policy and procedure.  2025-2026 salary schedules will be updated and applied upon Board of Education approval.