Anticipated Opening 2024-2025

FTE 1.0

Salary: Commensurate with Salary Schedule.  Schedule under negotiation for 2024-2025.  Current salary shown here: 2023-2024 Salary Matrix.  Exempt, benefits-eligible, 187 days + 8 holidays + 4 personal days.  This position is under the Teacher's Retirement System.

Internal Screening Begins 4/12/2024

Closes 5/3/2024

Overview: 

In addition to teaching core subject material in regular classrooms, the HiSet Teacher will be responsible for coordinating  the HiSet  program for participating students: instructing, planning, and developing learning plans on an individual basis to aid in preparation for proctored exams and assisting in arrangements for final testing.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches students in an alternative high school setting.
• Works with students individually to meet weekly academic goals.
• Advises and monitors students’ credits toward graduation.
• Create and deliver individual lesson plans for students participating in the HiSet Options Program
• Monitor and evaluate students progress in the HiSet Options Program
• Use a variety of standardized test to determine appropriate lessons
• Coordinate with HiSet testing center at FVCC
• Have a general knowledge of high school English,  Math, Social Science, and Science
• Teaches content curriculum as outlined by District No. 5 curriculum guides and the department. 
• Meets the diverse needs of students in the classroom by providing an appropriate learning environment.
• Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development and strategies. 
• Establishes effective classroom management, safety procedures, and behavior expectations. 
• Works creatively, cooperatively, and establishes positive relationships with colleagues and guardians of students. 
• Participates in school and district professional development activities. 
• Attends building and district meetings as required. 
• Supports Special Education students by implementing IEP and 504 plans. 
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administration or department head which may include, but are not limited to the following: monitor hallways, monitor assemblies, and conduct parent teacher conferences. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Skill in standard based instruction and assessment. 
• Skill in the use of technology to enhance instruction and communication. 
• Ability to work as a contributing member of effective teaching teams. 
• Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, and parents. 
• Ability to follow directions. 
• Skill, dedication and aptitude for working with students. 
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work effectively with people with a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. 
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality. 
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education; AND, 
• State of Montana Educator license with secondary endorsement(s).

Preferred Qualifications:

• State of Montana Educator license with endorsements in Math, Social Studies, or Science.

Physical Demands: 

• Ability to stand on feet for extended periods of time, stoop, bend, lift, and carry items up to 40 pounds.