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Ballard is a K-12 district of approximately 120 students located on Highway 18 between Clinton and Adrian; within 1 hour south of the KC metro area, 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. We are a Missouri A+ School and a Former National Blue Ribbon School District offering a variety of extra-curricular activities and career/technical programs. In addition to a quality in-house instructional program and PLC framework, we recently added an expanded course catalog/RTI resource through ACELLUS.
Ballard R-II School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, or age in its programs and activities, or in employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 10247 NE State Route 18, Butler, MO 64730, 816-297-2656.
As of January 1, 2005, new hires to the district, certified, classified, or a substitute, must have an FBI and Missouri State Highway Patrol fingerprint background check. The cost is $43.05 at the expense of the employee. This is only required if hired. Contact the district at 816-297-2656 for more information.
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Current Job Openings
Parents as Teacher - Parent Educator Position
Parents as Teacher Educator position.pdf
The Ballard R-II school district is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a vacancy for our Parents as Teacher program as a Parent Educator. The qualified candidate would be available starting June 2025 to begin training and preparation to start serving families with young children from before birth to kindergarten entry beginning the 2025-2026 school year. The Ballard R-II School District is a K-12 district of approximately 110 students located on Highway 18 between Clinton and Adrian; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir.
Elementary 1-6 Teacher
The Ballard R-II school district is seeking a highly qualified teacher to fill a vacancy in 1st-6th grade for the 2025-2026 school year. Ballard is a K-12 district of approximately 110 students located on Highway 18 between Clinton and Adrian; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. A valid Missouri Elementary Education teaching certificate is required. Successful candidates will possess the ability to actively engage students in the learning process and the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential. Individuals should have the ability to interpret and utilize data to support curriculum decisions while fostering a spirit of teamwork and collaboration.
K-12 Art Teacher
The Ballard R-II School District is seeking student-centered, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable teaching candidates for a K-12 Art/FACS teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ballard is a small, rural district with approximately 110 students, located between Adrian, MO and Clinton, MO on 18 highway; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. A valid Missouri teaching certificate is required and other areas of certification would be helpful, but not required. Successful candidates will possess the ability to actively engage students in the learning process and the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential.
K-12 Physical Education Position
K-12 Physical Education Position.pdf
The Ballard R-II School District is seeking student-centered, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable teaching candidates for a K-12 PE teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ballard is a small, rural district with approximately 110 students, located between Adrian, MO and Clinton, MO on 18 highway; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. A valid Missouri teaching certificate is required and other areas of certification would be helpful, but not required. Successful candidates will possess the ability to actively engage students in the learning process and the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential.
K-12 Special Education
The Ballard R-II School District is seeking student-centered, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable teaching candidates for a K-12 Special Education and Process Coordinator roll for the 2025-2026 school year. In this position there is also the possibility of earning a yearly stipend as the Special Education Director based on experience and determination to learn the job. Ballard is a small, rural district with approximately 110 students, located between Adrian, MO and Clinton, MO on 18 highway; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. A valid Missouri teaching certificate is required and other areas of certification would be helpful, but not required. Successful candidates will possess the ability to cross a broad spectrum of curriculum from elementary through high school, actively work to engage students in the learning process, and provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential.
7-12 Business Teacher
The Ballard R-II School District is seeking a highly qualified, student-centered, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable teaching candidates for a 7-12 Business and Technology Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ballard is a small K-12, rural district with approximately 110 students, located between Adrian, MO and Clinton, MO on 18 highway; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir. A valid Missouri teaching certificate is required for this position. Successful candidates will possess the ability to actively engage students in the learning process and the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential.
Music Teacher
The Ballard R-II School District has an opening for a part-time vocal and instrumental music teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a part-time position. If you need a full-time position, there are other small districts nearby that may be willing to share a teacher. This position would also nicely fit the schedule of a retired teacher. A valid Missouri teaching certificate is not required, but would be helpful. A successful candidate will possess (or be eager to learn) the ability to actively engage students in the learning process and the ability to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their maximum potential. The students are in grades K-6 vocal music and grade 5-8 for instrumental. Ballard is a small, rural district with approximately 110 students, located between Adrian, MO and Clinton, MO on 18 highway; within 45 minutes south of the KC metro area and 20 minutes west of Truman Reservoir.
Employment Applications
Certified Staff (Teachers/Admin) Application
In order for your application to be considered, we must have the following documents in your application file:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Complete Certified Application
- Transcripts - originals will have to be on file if hired
- Copy of Teaching Certificate
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
Please forward completed application packets to 10247 NE State Rt. 18, Butler, Mo. 64730 or email: snold@ballard.k12.mo.us. Call Stephanie Nold, Principal, at 816-297-2656, Ext 102 to ensure your application has been received or if you have any questions about this opening.
Completed forms may be emailed to David Andrade, District Superintendent at dandrade@ballard.k12.mo.us, US mailed or hand-delivered to the school with all supporting documentation. Positions are open until filled.
Mailing address:
Ballard R-II School
10247 NE State Route 18
Butler, MO 64730-9204
