Phelps County R-III operates on a 4-day school week (Tuesday through Friday).
SECOND GRADE TEACHER – Phelps County R-III School District is seeking a dedicated and caring Elementary Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year to fill a position opening due to retirement. Phelps County R-III is a small, supportive PreK–8 district serving approximately 180 students, where strong relationships and a student-centered approach are valued. The district operates on a four-day school week (Tuesday through Friday), offering a positive work–life balance. Qualified candidates should hold appropriate Missouri certification and demonstrate a commitment to fostering academic growth, collaboration, and a nurturing learning environment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply and join a close-knit school community committed to student success. Qualified candidates should submit a completed district application, letter of interest, resume, and three letters of recommendation to Superintendent, Bob Cottengim at bcottengim@pcr3.k12.mo.us. District applications can be found on the district website. Please direct any questions to Mr. Cottengim at 573-435-6293 or via email. The position is open until filled.
ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION – Phelps County R-III School District is seeking a dedicated and student-centered Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year due to an upcoming retirement. Phelps County R-III is a small PreK–8 district serving approximately 180 students, offering a close-knit, supportive school community where relationships and individualized instruction are highly valued. The successful candidate will provide specialized instruction and services to elementary students with disabilities in accordance with IEPs and state and federal regulations. The district operates on a four-day school week (Tuesday–Friday), allowing for a strong work-life balance. Appropriate Missouri certification is required. Qualified candidates should submit a completed district application, letter of interest, resume, and three letters of recommendation to Superintendent, Bob Cottengim at bcottengim@pcr3.k12.mo.us. District applications can be found on the district website. Please direct any questions to Mr. Cottengim at 573-435-6293 or via email. The position is open until filled.
Substitute Bus Driver / Substitute Cook / Substitute Custodian
The Phelps County R-III School District is seeking applicants for a substitute bus driver and/or a substitute cook and/or a substitute custodian.
For additional information about any open position,
please call or email Bob Cottengim at
bcottengim@pcr3.k12.mo.us or (573) 435-6293.
Applications are available below or may be picked up at the school office.
It is the policy of the Phelps County R-III School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment practices
as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975,
and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.