Elementary Curriculum

Location: Somers

Join Our Team at Somers School District 29

Where Purpose Meets Paradise

The Lakeside Elementary School is looking for multiple Elementary Teachers for the 26-27 school year.  The individual should be able to obtain licensure in Elementary Education from the State of Montana and will be teaching a class load of elementary grades, likely to be third or fourth grade, but may differ based on internal movement of other licensed or qualified staff.  

The candidate offered the position will earn a minimum wage of $42,000 to $57,000 based on education and experience.  The final collective bargaining agreement has not been negotiated for the 26-27 school year, so final wages are contingent on those negotiations and presented as wages from 25-26 with the intent to be higher. Here is the 25-26 CBA for your review.

At Somers School District 29, we strive to be a place where learning is joyful, purposeful, and rooted in strong relationships. We prioritize curiosity, critical thinking, and a genuine love of learning for both students and staff. Here, educators are trusted to create engaging classrooms that challenge students academically while nurturing confidence, creativity, and independence.

An unrivaled Montana lifestyle, Somers and Lakeside are nestled along the north and west shores of Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana. The communities of Somers and Lakeside offer a lifestyle centered on connection to people, place, and purpose.  

The location of our community is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. We are lucky to have world-class recreation at our doorstep, with two ski mountains nearby. Local favorite Blacktail Mountain is just 20 minutes away, while the renowned Whitefish Mountain Resort is under 45 minutes from either community.  Additionally, discover endless hiking and exploration with three National Forests, Glacier National Park, Bob Marshall Wilderness, CSKT Bison Range, and multiple National Wildlife Refuges, all within an hour’s drive.

As a family or individual moving to our community, you are able to experience the peace of rural living in a family-friendly community while staying connected to modern amenities.
Historic downtown Kalispell is only 15 minutes away, and Missoula, Montana’s second largest urban area, is also only 2 hours away.

As a school, our mission is to empower all students to acquire the skills, knowledge, and mindsets necessary to reach their full potential. We prepare students to become productive, responsible, ethical, and compassionate members of society. This mission comes to life through classrooms that emphasize collaboration, adaptability, and social intelligence to prepare students not just for school, but for life.

Our small-district setting allows educators to know their students and work closely with colleagues.  In District 29, collaboration isn’t an initiative; it’s how we operate.  We also focus on professional growth, align new staff members with mentors, and all staff members are supported by leadership, encouraged to innovate, and are valued for their expertise. We continue to strive to create a professional environment where teaching is rewarding, growth-oriented, and sustainable.

We also offer competitive wages and benefits as described in our Collective Bargaining Agreement.  All of this leads to high performance by students as we rank in the top quartile of role-like schools in student achievement in multiple categories!

Somers and Lakeside Schools are committed to continuous improvement and long-term stability. We are seeking educators who want to grow with our district, contribute to our collaborative culture, and invest in a community where both their career and their family can thrive.