Job Title: Early Childhood Special Education Teacher (SPED) – Part-Time
Location: Christ Community Lutheran School – Kirkwood, MO
Start Date: Fall 2026

Position Overview

Christ Community Lutheran School (CCLS), a ministry of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, is seeking a collaborative and knowledgeable Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to serve students from birth through age 5.

This role is designed to strengthen how we support young learners across our Early Childhood program. Through classroom observation, teacher coaching, and partnership with families, this position plays a key role in ensuring that each child is known, supported, and guided toward success.

At CCLS, our vision is to transform lives through Christ-centered education. This role contributes directly to that vision by helping ensure that every child receives thoughtful, developmentally appropriate support.

About Our Early Childhood Program

Our Early Childhood program serves children from infancy through Pre-K in a warm, relationship-centered environment where play, exploration, and intentional instruction work together to support the whole child. Classrooms are designed to be engaging and developmentally appropriate, with a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth, early language and literacy, foundational development, and executive function skills. Teachers work collaboratively and are supported by leadership that values responsiveness, trust, and continuous professional growth.

Role Distinctives & Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of early childhood students with diverse learning and developmental needs on two of our four early childhood campuses
• Collaborate closely with a fellow special education teacher to plan, problem-solve, and support students in the CCLS early childhood program
• Provide direct and indirect support within classrooms to help students access learning
• Partner with classroom teachers to implement strategies, accommodations, and interventions
• Build strong, supportive relationships with families through regular communication and collaboration
• Participate in the development and implementation of individualized plans (IEPs/ISPs as applicable)
• Observe students, collect data, and adjust supports to best meet student needs
• Serve as a resource and encourager to teachers as they support all learners

Qualifications

• BA Degree in Education, certified in Special Education (not an emphasis)
• Passion for working with young children (birth–age 5), including diverse learning and developmental needs
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and behavior
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers and communicate thoughtfully with families

Required:

• Degree in Education, Special Education (SPED) or related special education field
• Certification in Special Education
• Active member of a Christian church
• Alignment with our CCLS Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct

Preferred:

• Experience working with young learners (birth through 5 years old)
• Active member of a Lutheran (LCMS) church congregation

Reports To: Director of Early Childhood Education

Schedule: Part-Time (20 hours per week flex-time, based on program needs)

Our Mission & Core Values

CCLS will nurture each child through the Gospel to live the faith and share the Good News of Jesus Christ in an innovative environment of academic excellence.

CCLS is a Christ-centered community committed to living out our core values:

• Christ-Centered
• People-Focused
• Excellence-Driven
• Future-Directed

We are seeking a candidate who is excited to be a part of this mission – serving young children and their families with intentional care and a servant heart.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience and aligned with part-time specialist roles within private school settings.

To Apply

Please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in early childhood learning support at CCLS.