Job Opportunities
Employment
The East Carter County R-II School District has the following openings. To apply for an opening at the East Carter County R-II School District, please download an application form located here to open the a new job application. Please mail applications to or drop off in person at:
Superintendent’s Office
24 South Herren Ave.
Ellsinore, MO 63937
Elementary Teaching Position
East Carter County R-2 Schools
The East Carter County R-2 School District is accepting applications for a potential certified
elementary teaching position (initial placement possibly in Kindergarten) beginning in August
2026. Appropriate certification for the position is a must. East Carter County R-2 is in
Southeast Missouri with an enrollment of approximately 700 students k-12. The district has a
strong technology program to support teachers and students in the learning process. Ellsinore is
centrally located between Poplar Bluff and the Current River with many outdoor recreational
activities nearby. The district is a 4-day school week and offers a very competitive health plan,
with 8 options available.
Applicants are requested to submit the following:
Cover Letter, District Application, Resume, Reference List with current phone numbers and 3-5
letters of recommendation, Copy of Missouri Teaching Certificate, Copy of Transcripts and any
other supporting documents that may enhance the application. The position is open until filled.
Applications may be printed from the District Website www.ecarter.k12.mo.us or obtained from
the Central Office.
The district contact for this position is
Ms. Kacie Kendrick,
Elementary Principal 573.322.5625.
East Carter County R-2 Schools is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Applications should be sent to:
East Carter County R-2 Schools
Central Office
24 South Herren Avenue
Ellsinore, Missouri 63937
MS Social Studies – Potential Coaching
East Carter County R-2 Schools
The East Carter County R-2 School District is now accepting applications for a Middle School
Social Studies teacher for the upcoming year. The District is located in Southeast Missouri with
an enrollment of approximately 700 students K-12, has a 4-day school-week, and offers 8-health
plans for the teacher to pick from. The district has a strong technology program to support
teachers and students in the learning process. Ellsinore is located in an area with many outdoor
activities close by and a four-lane drive to major cities. Various coaching opportunities may also
be available.
Coaching opportunities may also be available.
Applicants are requested to submit the following: Cover Letter, Completed Application, Current
Resume, 3 to 5 Letters of Recommendation with current contact information, Copy of
Transcripts and Copy of Missouri Certification.
Applications may be printed off the district website or obtained from the Central Office.
The district contact for this position is
Mr. Corey Jameson, Middle
School Principal. PH: (573.322.5420)
The position is open until filled.
The East Carter County R-2 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applications should be sent to:
East Carter County R-2 Schools
Central Office
24 South Herren Avenue
Ellsinore, Missouri 63937
Substitute Teachers
The East Carter Co. R-2 School District is accepting applications for substitute teachers and substitute para-professionals. Subs are needed throughout the district in many different job types and age groups. The current full-day pay rate is $135.00. Successful candidates must complete a job application, have completed 60 or more college hours, pass a background check and possess an active substitute teaching certificate issued from DESE prior to being presented to the Board of Education.
Interested individuals may access the district website, www.ecarter.k12.mo.us to obtain an application or pick one up in person from the Central Office.
The East Carter County R-II Board of Education does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, or disability. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of East Carter County R-II School District, including all educational programs, admission to such programs, activities, and employment.