What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher (Montessori Borealis) position at Juneau School District?
Location: Montessori Borealis (Dzantik'i Heeni Building)
Full-Time Position: (1.0 FTE)
TEACHING POSITION: Requires Alaska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement (s) (for information visit:http://www.eed.state.ak.us/TeacherCertification ).
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Position Summary: Responsible for full implementation and teaching of a Montessori multi-grade level elementary classroom. Will work cooperatively with school staff to implement a cohesive program. Responsible for implementing program description, diversity plan, program evaluation in line with school district policy, procedure, and school board direction. Will support Montessori education for parents, teaching staff and administration.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in education.
- Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) elementary training and certification/diploma, 6-12 (grades 1-6). (Please provide a copy of your diploma with your online application and/or indicate the year received, where it was obtained under Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools Attended on the online application.)
- Valid Alaska teaching certificate with elementary education endorsement, or closely related field.
Preferred Requirements:
- Master's degree in education preferred.
- Experience teaching in an AMI Montessori elementary environment and working with parents, parent boards, school boards, and administration.
- Experience in team or cooperative teaching.
Compensation: Salary is dependent on experience and education. The Juneau School District offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) plan.
To apply:
Visit our website at www.juneauschools.org to complete an online application.