What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2nd Grade Teacher position at Helena Public Schools?
- Teach district approved curriculum.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional material.
- Provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Helena School District and Helena Education Association.
- Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
JobID: 3261
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching
Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted:
7/1/2026
7/1/2026
Location:
Bryant Elementary School
Bryant Elementary School
2nd Grade Teacher
At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As an Elementary Teacher, you will work as part of a team that serves nearly 8,000 students at 18 campuses across Helena. This positions serves a 187 day contract scheduled for 7 hours a day. Starting base salary range is $52,275-$70,833 based on education and experience in addition to a competitive benefit plan including but not limited to sick and personal leave, health benefit plan with available dental and vision coverage, life insurance, a section 125 plan, numerous tax sheltered annuity options and tuition reimbursement. Long term disability, short term disability and long term care insurance is also available.
Learn more at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/health-care-and-cafeteria-benefits/
Some of what you will do:
Who we are looking for:
To become part of this dedicated team, you must have a Montana teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsement.
The ideal candidate will possess multiple endorsement areas, and at least a year of successful teaching experience at the elementary school level.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to travel to other buildings and will need to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
How to Apply
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and three professional references. Applications accepted immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
Question? Email humanresources@helenaschools.org.
Important Notes
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ancestry, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation or a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2012. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
District online application is available at: https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/
Human Resources Office
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Phone: (406) 324-201
Salary : $52,275 - $70,833