Anticipated Openings for 2023-2024

This hiring pool is open for all hiring managers to review for positions open at the elementary level.

FTE Varies

Salary: Commensurate with Salary Schedule 2023-2024 Salary Matrix. Exempt, benefits-eligible, 187 days + 8 unpaid holidays + 4 personal days. This position is under the Teacher's Retirement System. All benefits are prorated by FTE.

Open Until Filled

Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches elementary curriculum as outlined by District No. 5 curriculum guides and the department.
• Meets the diverse needs of students in the classroom by providing an appropriate learning environment.
• Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development and strategies.
• Establishes effective classroom management, safety procedures, and behavior expectations.
• Works creatively, cooperatively, and establishes positive relationships with colleagues and guardians of students.
• Participates in school and district professional development activities.
• Attends building and district meetings as required.
• Supports Special Education students by implementing IEP and 504 plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administration or department head which may include, but are not limited to the following: monitor hallways, monitor assemblies, and conduct parent teacher conferences.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to implement standard based instruction and assessment.
• Skill in the use of technology to enhance instruction and communication.
• Ability to work as a contributing member of effective teaching teams.
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, and parents.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Skill, dedication and aptitude for working with students.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people with a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education; AND,
• State of Montana Educator license with appropriate endorsement(s) in elementary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent successful classroom experience in an elementary setting.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, lift, and carry items up to 40 pounds.