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Early Childhood Education Teacher - Paul F. Asicksik School

Bering Strait School District is accepting applications for an Early Childhood Education Teacher at the Paul F. Asicksik School in the community of Shaktoolik for the 2025-26 school year.

We are a standards-based and data-driven district, and require progressive, flexible teachers who are supportive of a Response to Intervention (RTI) approach to instruction, and willing to implement related strategies.

Being comfortable using technology to track student progress and to prepare documentation is a significant advantage. BSSD utilizes a comprehensive web database for tracking student progress called PowerSchool; technology is used for most day-to-day tasks. All classrooms are wirelessly connected to the Internet.

Our district offers very competitive salaries, many strong opportunities for staff development, and an innovative professional climate. When it comes to unique living and work experiences, we have some of the best. Check our website for details about our district, as well as video clips of our villages.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelors Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education.
  2. Current Type T Alaska teaching certificate
  3. Experience with 3-5 year olds and/or early primary grades.
  4. Commitment to a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
  5. Ability to be creative.
  6. Ability to train, supervise and effectively use paraprofessional staff.
  7. Patience and commitment to development of a new program.
  8. Capable of being a positive team member.
  9. Familiarity with bilingual, bicultural students.
  10. Knowledge of and experience in rural Alaska preferred.
  11. Knowledge of developmental stages, learning appropriate to 3-5 year olds

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Assists paraprofessionals in the ECE program.
  2. Demonstrates student achievement and is responsible for student learning.
  3. Works a full day in accordance with state/federal and negotiated policies.
  4. Develops detailed lesson plans.
  5. Keeps accurate, current records of student achievement, attendance and program evaluation.
  6. Meets health and safety standards in accordance with state laws.
  7. Is responsible for handling discipline problems.
  8. Develops and locates materials needed for teaching lessons.
  9. Administers and scores tests for the purpose of evaluation of the educational program and pupil progress.
  10. Refers students for physical, mental, social, and educational services not provided in a regular, self-contained classroom.
  11. Is responsible for the development of yearly goals for students and program.
  12. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SALARY: Placement on BSSD Teacher Pay Scale
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 192 Days
REPORTS TO: Principal
LOCATION: Shaktoolik

To apply, complete our online Certified employment application and include an initial letter of application with your resume or C.V.

NOTE: Bering Strait School district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

The District Title IX, 504 and ADA contact person is: HR Director, Bering Strait School District, P.O. Box 225, Unalakleet, Alaska 99684

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