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Employment Opportunities

Current Openings

Part-Time Assistant Principal/Part-Time Middle School Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School District is seeking applicants for a part-time Assistant Principal/part-time Middle School Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Strain-Japan School is a small PK-8 school, located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, with an enrollment of approximately 84 students.

Strain-Japan School is located in a rural community that loves and supports its educators. Due to the low incidence of behavior issues, teachers and administrators can focus on growing the district through a vision set forth by the strategic plan. The size of the school allows the staff and students to enjoy a strong sense of belonging. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic educator and administrator to join our crew at the #bestlittleschoolever. The job is divided between classroom time and administrative time. There is room to learn and grow as an administrator in a supportive environment.

Strain-Japan offers exceptional benefits to employees, including 100% board-paid premium medical insurance, $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D, AirEvac coverage for the entire household, and a shortened calendar of 156 student attendance days. To apply, complete this Certified Application. For questions, call 573-627-3243 or email mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Science/Social Studies Middle School Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School District is seeking applicants for a Science/Social Studies Middle School Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Strain-Japan School is a small PK-8 school, located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, with an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
Strain-Japan School is located in a rural community that loves and supports its educators. Due to the low incidence of behavior issues, teachers and administrators can focus on growing the district through a vision set forth by the strategic plan. The size of the school allows the staff and students to enjoy a strong sense of belonging. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic educator to join our crew at the #bestlittleschoolever.
Strain-Japan offers exceptional benefits to employees, including 100% board-paid premium medical insurance, $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D, AirEvac coverage for the entire household, and
a shortened calendar of 156 student attendance days, which is approximately 18-20 days less
than many local districts. To apply, complete this Certified Application. For questions, call
573-627-3243 or email mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-Time Middle School Math Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for a part-time Middle School Math Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Strain-Japan School, located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, is a Pre-K-8 School with an enrollment of approximately 85 students and a 156 day school calendar. Applications can be found on our school website, strainjapanschool.com or come by the office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO 63080. For questions call 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-Time One Day Per Week Music Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for a part-time, one day per week, Music Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. Strain-Japan School, located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, is a Pre-K-8 School with an enrollment of approximately 85 students and a 156 day school calendar. Applications can be found on our school website, strainjapanschool.com or come by the office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO 63080. For questions call 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Substitute Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for substitute teachers. Applications can be found on our website, strainjapanschool.com, or come by our office for an application at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO 63080. For questions call 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

School Bus Driver
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for a bus driver for the 2024-2025 school year. Starting pay is $15/hour, higher pay for experienced drivers. Applications can be found on our website strainjapanschool.com or in office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO. For questions call 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Substitute School Bus Driver
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for the position of substitute school bus driver. Don’t have your school bus endorsement? All costs in order to obtain the proper license will be reimbursed to you in exchange for one complete year of service to the district! Starting pay $15/hour, depending on experience. Applications can be found on our website, strainjapanschool.com, or come by our office for an application at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO 63080. For questions contact the school at: 573-627-3243. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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