Bering Strait School District Hiring for Certified Special Education Teacher in Teller, AK (2.5K Sign-on Bonus) Full Time

Special Education Teacher
Bering Strait School District is accepting applications for Special Education teachers for the 2023-24 school year. We are beginning to do interviews by video conference and other means.

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 would be 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, and even a forum for posting questions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Special Education Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelors or Masters degree in special education or related field.
2. Current teaching certificate with endorsement in Special Education
3. Experience assessing academic progress.
4. Experience in writing and implementing individual educational plans.
5. Experience working with students who have both limited and accelerated academic achievement and behavioral concerns.

PROFESSIONAL GOALS:

1. To provide students with a quality education
2. To provide an environment where positive, successful learning can take place

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Processes teacher referrals through help with identification and testing.
2. Writes individual education plans to meet student needs.
3. Maintains accurate and complete records.
4. Participates as a team member in child study team meetings.
5. Helps teachers with implementation of individual educational plans.
6. Act as resource teacher to village school staff.

SALARY: Placement on BSSD Teacher Pay Scale. (See the BSSD Negotiated Agreement for more details.)
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 192 Days

District contact information:

Director of Human Resources
Bering Strait School District
P.O. Box 225
Unalakleet, Alaska 99684907-624-4308

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

FAQ’s

SALARY Refer to schedule
Years of experience allowed: BA: 6 yrs MA: 8 yrs PHD: 10 yrs
Additional credits applicable if earned subsequent to teaching degree

INSURANCE Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Gold Plan (FY20 rates) Bronze Plan
$250/month for family $200/month for family
$75/month for single person $50/month for single person
Deductible $225/yr family; $75/yr. single Deductible $3000/yr. family, $1500 /yr. single
Coverage begins September 1 (FY21 rates to be determined)

RENT One Bedroom – $810/month (includes heat, electricity & water)
Multi-Bedroom – $1010/month (includes heat, electricity & water)
(For shared units, rent is divided equally among Teachers/Lessees)
Utilities are significant in our cold climate, so having this as a benefit is key!
Pets are allowed. Pet Fee – $20/month per pet, 3 pet maximum.
All apartments are furnished with major items (bed, tables, chairs, lamps, etc.)

NEGOTIATED
AGREEMENT Current Negotiated Agreement in place July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2024

LONGEVITY BONUS After 3 years – $1,000/year ($3,000 lump sum bonus); After 5 years – $1,500/year ($7,500 lump sum bonus); After 7 years – $2,000/year ($14,000 lump sum bonus)

SIGNING BONUS All certified staff who sign with the District are eligible for a $2,000 signing bonus that is issued in January

FIRST CHECK 1st paycheck is issued the last working day of August!

FLEX PLAN Open enrollment each August
Claims submitted by November 1 for prior year
Maximum of $2,500/year (or legal maximum) for medical
Another $5,000/year for childcare
(Pays for unreimbursed medical, medical-related travel, etc. at discount)

LIFE INSURANCE $30,000 Group term life insurance/Additional optional insurance may be purchased.

LEAVE Personal Leave – 2 days/year Sick Leave – 12 days/year. Sick Leave Bank enrollment available

ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION

• Disability Insurance
• TSA & 457 plan options to reduce taxable income
• Direct Deposit

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $53,169.00 – $91,679.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Unalakleet, AK 99684: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Special Education Teachers: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Special Education Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location