Elementary Teacher -

Juneau-School-District-; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

TRS plan

Job summary

The Juneau School District is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School in Juneau, Alaska. This full-time position collaborates with the principal and literacy team to apply differentiated reading and math strategies and monitor student progress.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Alaska teaching certificate (or can obtain one on hire) with strong literacy background and commitment to ongoing professional learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in education.
• Valid Alaska teaching certificate, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Experience with a variety of effective instructional strategies in reading.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Principal and Literacy Coach on instructional strategies and curriculum.
• Monitor ongoing assessment and progress to tailor instruction.
• Build relationships with families and staff to meet social, emotional and instructional needs of students.

Skills

Reading instruction strategies

Assessment & progress monitoring

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Master's degree in education

Job description

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Elementary Teacher - (Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School) JobID: 10055

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted:
  8/7/2026
• Date Available:
  ASAP

Location: Kaxdigoowu Heen Elementary School
FULL TIME (1.0 FTE)

***ANY POSITION ADVERTISED AUGUST 1STOR LATER WILL BE A ONE-YEAR CONTRACT ONLY.**

Position Summary:

The successful candidate for this position will work closely and collaborate with Principal, Literacy Coach, Instructional Support Team and colleagues on matters such as instructional strategies, ongoing assessment, curriculum and data analysis. This position works to build strong relationships with families and staff necessary to meet the social, emotional and instructional needs of each student. The successful candidate will possess successful experience with primarydifferentiated instructional strategies in reading, writing and mathematics as well as possess a strong knowledge of Early Childhood best practices. Applicants for this position must have extensive experience with a variety of effective instructional strategies in reading including guided reading and direct instruction. Knowledge of ongoing assessment and progress monitoring of students is essential. This position is responsible for learning and implementing new instructional techniques. This position is a great opportunity for anyone who is a lifelong learner.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in education.
• Valid Alaska teaching certificate, or ability to obtain upon hire.

Preferred Requirements:

• Attendance at Literacy Institute and/or further training in the teaching of reading.
• Successful elementary teaching experience.

Compensation

The Juneau School District offers a competitive salary dependent on experience and education. We also offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) plan.