Special Education Teacher - Resource; Mendenhall River Community School

Special Education Teacher - Resource

The Juneau School District seeks a special education teacher to work at Mendenhall River Community School. This full-time position requires an Alaska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s). The successful candidate will manage a student caseload on a special education team and contribute to a dynamic and innovative team working effectively to enhance the educational program within the school and the district.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor's or master's degree in education, a valid Alaska teaching certificate with a special education endorsement, recent experience managing large caseloads with a variety of exceptionalities, flexibility to work with colleagues in multiple settings, knowledge of current research in the field, knowledge of many teaching strategies for diverse students, behavior management skills, and excellent interpersonal skills that promote positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

Preferred requirements include recent experience teaching special education and an understanding of IDEA requirements.

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