Elementary Certified Positions

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanaina Elementary School in Alaska is seeking a 1.0 FTE 4th Grade Teacher to deliver engaging instruction aligned with district curriculum. The role requires collaboration with staff to create an inclusive learning environment, maintain accurate records, and communicate clearly with students, families, and colleagues.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and an Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate and meet Alaska Reads Act requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required and Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate.
• Ability to meet Alaska Reads Act requirements.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated by the principal.
• Plans a program of study to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and adheres to the District curricular objectives.
• Displays a conceptual knowledge of the content being taught.
• Selects and/or creates teaching materials to fit the instructional plan.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and adapts strategies to student needs.
• Communicates information, explanations, expectations, directions, and evaluations to students, parents, staff and community.
• Prepares for classes and shows evidence of preparation when requested by the principal.
• Establishes objectives for lessons and projects and guides learning toward curriculum goals.
• Employs varied instructional techniques and media aligned with needs of students.
• Assesses student progress and provides reports; administers tests for various purposes.
• Protects students, equipment, and facilities; maintains safety.
• Maintains records as required by law and district policy.
• Assists administration with policies governing student life and conduct.
• Provides outside-of-instruction day availability for education-related purposes.
• Supervises volunteers and assists in supervising staff as requested.
• Maintains professional competence and participates in staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by principal.

Education

Bachelor's Degree and Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate

Job description

Description:

1.0 FTE 4th Grade Teacher at Tanaina Elementary

Job Summary

To teach students through a variety of instructional techniques both the required and supplementary subject matter and skills within district curriculum and create an excellent classroom environment which is conducive to learning for each individual student; To work with all staff members in meeting the needs of all students within our inclusive environment. Maintain an open-growth mindset when working at grade level teams and building-wide as we make decisions best for students. Join in on our before and after school Title I Family events that bring our community together.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and an Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate.Ability to meet the Alaska Reads Act requirements.

Essential Duties

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated by the principal.
• Plans a program of study to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students and adheres to the District curricular objectives.
• Displays a conceptual knowledge of the content being taught.
• Selects and/or creates teaching materials selected to fit into the instructional plan.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Alters teaching strategy to meet the needs of the students and is conscious of behavioral clues coming from students.
• Communicates information, explanations, justifications, expectations, directions, and evaluations to students, teachers, parents, other district staff, and community members with efficiency and clarity.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of principal.
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates these objectives to students. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media; consistent with the physical limitations of the location and the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups involved.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Creates or selects, and administers suitable tests for summative, formative, and diagnostic purposes.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assists administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct in school. Develops reasonable rules of behavior, procedures for discipline, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner within the classroom. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when requested.
• Supervises and plans purposeful assignments for volunteers and assists the principal in supervising and evaluating classified staff as requested.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence, attends staff meetings, and serves on committees.
• Other duties as assigned by principal.

Physical Requirements

LIGHT WORK: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligable amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Openings as of 7/15/2026