Employment Opportunities

Welcome to the Mansfield Public Schools' Employment Opportunities web page. To begin a new application, choose a job from the available listings below.  You may apply for all positions in which you are qualified to work. 

Now Taking Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year

Custodian 

Qualified candidates are responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitized learning environment while regularly working indoors and occasionally working outdoors.

Possible Duties: Dust, sweep, and/or mop floors as necessary. • Wash windows and clean window sills. • Clean and sanitize restroom fixtures, hardware, tile, mirrors, partitions, floors, etc. • Replace restroom supplies as needed. • Set up tables, chairs, etc. for school meetings, games, dances, and other events. • Report any damage to school property and report maintenance needs. • Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes as needed. • Follow an established schedule. • Load and unload supplies and equipment. • Complete minor repair work as needed. • Sweep exterior walkways and remove snow as directed. • Maintain security of the classroom and buildings. • Secure the building at the end of the shift. • Check to make sure all doors are locked, windows are locked, and check buildings for fire hazards. • Clean all tools, supplies, and equipment after each use and store them in their proper place. • Perform light maintenance duties according to capabilities or as directed. • Carry out all other duties as assigned. Clearance on all background checks required by law is satisfactory to the administration.  Non-Certified Employee Application 

Cook & Server

Mansfield R-IV School District will be hiring a Service Cook & Server. This position will be in the MS/HS. Responsibilities include a variety of food preparation and service duties in support of the school food service for students. This opening is for a Monday through Thursday schedule, totaling 154 days per year. It is considered a full-time position and is eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, be able to follow oral and written directions, pass a background check, and maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and safety. Other desired qualities include being dependable and showing initiative in the job.

To apply, fill out a Mansfield R-IV “Non-Certified Personnel Application”  below; view and email to ledwards@mansfieldschool.net. Applications can also be mailed to C/O Lori Edwards, Mansfield R-IV, 316 West Ohio St., Mansfield, MO 65704.

For questions, call 417-924-8458. The Mansfield R-IV School District is now accepting applications for a Title I Paraprofessional for the 22-23 school year. Qualifications: 60 college hours or a passing score on the Paraprofessional exam. Applications are available below or in the Superintendent’s Office at 316 W. Ohio St., Mansfield, MO 65704. Non-Certified Employee Application 

Bus Driver

The Mansfield R-IV School District is seeking applicants for full-time and substitute route bus driver(s) for the 2021-22 and beyond school years. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Applicants must obtain a proper bus driver's license, submit to a background check, random drug testing, and complete an annual physical. The district can provide all training. This position will be considered open until filled.  Apply below and/or contact Pete Vilestra at 417-924-8816. Non-Certified Employee Application 

Substitute Teacher

The Mansfield R-IV School District is accepting applications for qualified substitute teachers. Qualifications include having a DESE-issued substitute certification, 60 college hours, or having completed the 20 hours of DESE online training.   Substitute teacher

Sub Pay

All subs are $100 a day

All retired teachers receive $115 per day

Now hiring for all substitute positions 

• • Substitute teacher

  • Substitute bus driver

  • Substitute cook

  • Substitute custodians 

Applications

Certified Employee Application

Non-Certified Employee Application 

• • • Para-professional

    • Secretary 

    • Custodian

    • Cook

    • Maintenance

Please send your completed application, copies of certification, and transcripts to ledwards@mansfieldschool.net. For further information, contact Lori Edwards at 417-924-8458.

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT The Mansfield R-IV School District is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of this district to afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, age, disability, or memberships in legally constituted organizations, to the extent required by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and termination. The Board is an equal opportunity employer.