Current Openings

Upper Elementary Teacher 26/27
The Strain-Japan R-16 School District is seeking applicants for a full-time Upper Elementary Teacher. Strain-Japan School is a small PK-8 school located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, with an enrollment of approximately 93 students. 

Strain-Japan School is in a rural community that loves and supports its educators. Given the low incidence of behavioral issues, teachers and administrators can focus on growing the district through a vision outlined in our strategic plan. The school's size allows the staff and students to enjoy a strong sense of belonging. We seek a motivated, enthusiastic educator to join our crew at the #bestlittleschoolever. 

Strain-Japan offers exceptional benefits to full-time employees, including 100% board-paid premium medical insurance and $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D. Strain-Japan has only 156 student days and 164 teacher contract days, approximately 15-20 days shorter than most district calendars. Apply online at strainjapanschool.com. For questions, contact Dr. Kathy Vandegriffe at mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com or call 573-677-1815. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-Time Music Teacher 26/27
The Strain-Japan R-16 School District is seeking applicants for a part-time Music Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Strain-Japan School is a small PK-8 school located approximately 8 miles north of Sullivan, with an enrollment of approximately 93 students. 

Strain-Japan School is in a rural community that loves and supports its educators. Given the low incidence of behavioral issues, teachers and administrators can focus on growing the district through a vision outlined in our strategic plan. The school's size allows the staff and students to enjoy a strong sense of belonging. We seek a motivated, enthusiastic educator to join our crew at the #bestlittleschoolever. 

Strain-Japan offers exceptional benefits to full-time employees, including 100% board-paid premium medical insurance and $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D. Strain-Japan has only 156 student days and 164 teacher contract days, approximately 15-20 days shorter than most district calendars. Apply online at strainjapanschool.com. For questions, contact Dr. Kathy Vandegriffe at mrsvandegriffe@strainjapan.com or call 573-677-1815. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Substitute Teacher
The Strain-Japan R-16 School is seeking applicants for substitute teachers.  To apply click:  Apply Now or you may request an application from our school office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO.  For questions call 573-677-1815. 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 2026-2027 school year.  Pay based on experience. To apply click:  Apply Now or you may request an application from our school office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO.  For questions call 573-677-1815. 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 $16/hour, depending on experience. To apply click:  Apply Now or you may request an application from our school office at 4640 Hwy H, Sullivan, MO.  For questions call 573-677-1815. Strain-Japan R-16 School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.