Employment Opportunities

Richards R-V School District is actively seeking applicants for the following positions:

Second Grade Teacher: The Richards R-V School District is currently seeking a self-motivated individual who will strive to provide a classroom with high expectations for student learning and work with the other members of our district team for the greater good of the organization. This individual will need to be fully certified to fill the position of Elementary Education Teacher, for the 2025-26 school year. Richards District offers many benefits including career ladder and full board paid health insurance. Candidates must have proof of proper Missouri elementary education certification. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, copy of teaching certificate, three references, and a completed district application available on the district website. Send completed materials to Dr. Melonie Bunn, Superintendent; Richards R-V School District; 3461 CR 1710; West Plains, Mo. 65775 or email this information to mbunn@richardsschool.k12.mo.us Richards R-V District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher: Richards School District is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The special education teacher will be required to plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities who are 3-5 years old but not yet in kindergarten. The person in this position is responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities. such that the students benefit from the general education curriculum to the greatest extent possible when supported with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports. The person will be expected to adhere to federal, state, and local laws when developing, writing, and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Please submit a resume to: Dr. Melonie Bunn; 3461 CR 1710; West Plains, Mo. 65775
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Teacher Aide/Para Professional/One-on-One Aide: Richards R-V School District is actively seeking applicants for each of the following positions:  Teachers Aide / Para Professional / One on One Aide for the 25-26 School Year. These individuals will need to be available to work between the hours of 7:40-4:00 p.m. daily M-F.  Preference will be given to individuals interested in or currently pursuing a degree in education. This position will qualify for a salary and benefits. 

Please submit a resume or go online to obtain an application at http://richardsschool.k12.mo.us.  You can send resumes or applications to Dr. Melonie Bunn, Richards R-V School District, 3461 CR 1710, West Plains, Mo. 65775. Mbunn@richardsschool.k12.mo.us EOE

Bus Driver: Richards School District is actively seeking a full-time bus driver to join our team! This position qualifies for a fully paid health insurance policy, a disability insurance policy, a life insurance policy and a competitive salary. If you're interested in learning more about the hours or the position, please contact Cody Swearengin, Transportation Director for Richards R-V School District, at (417) 256-5239, ex. 406.

Substitute Teachers: Richards School District is actively seeking applicants for substitute teachers.  These individuals will need to have a minimum of 60 hours of college credit or obtain a Substitute Certificate from the state of Missouri by completing a 20 hour online training option. 

Please contact Dr. Melonie Bunn at mbunn@richardsschool.k12.mo.us or call our office at 417-256-5239. You can also find application information on our website.

Substitute Custodians: Richards School District is actively seeking applicants for substitute custodian.

Please contact Dr. Melonie Bunn at mbunn@richardsschool.k12.mo.us or call our office at 417-256-5239. You can also find application information on our website.

Substitute Bus Drivers: Richards School District is actively seeking applicants for substitute bus drivers. 

lease contact Dr. Melonie Bunn at mbunn@richardsschool.k12.mo.us or call our office at 417-256-5239. You can also find application information on our website.

Substitute End-of-Day Survey

Senate Bill 681, passed by the Missouri legislature and signed into law by Governor Parson, directs that the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education maintain a web-based survey for collecting anonymous information from substitute teachers serving in public schools. It further directs that those individuals complete the survey at the end of each day they work as a substitute teacher. If needed, the LEA shall also provide brief access to a computer or other internet-connected device for the substitute teacher to complete the survey.
 

The survey collects information about the substitute teacher, including their age and level of education. It also collects information about the particular assignment the individual had each day, including the grade, school, and district in which the substitute worked, as well as the rate of pay. Finally, the survey collects information on student health or safety issues that the substitute teacher encountered.
 

The substitute teacher survey can be accessed at this link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SubTchrSurvey. As directed by Missouri law, school leaders are to provide this link to each individual substitute each day that they serve as a substitute teacher in their LEA, with the request that the individual complete it.
 

For general information about the substitute teacher survey, please contact the Office of Educator Quality, at 573-751-2931.

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