Bering Strait School District
Apr 18, 2026
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Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher - Gambell, AK (Internal until April 28, 2026)
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Early Childhood Teacher
Position Summary
The Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for fostering an engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environment for students aged 3–5. This role involves managing the classroom, designing, and implementing effective lesson plans, and collaborating with paraprofessional staff to support student growth. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional, and cognitive development of young learners within a supportive and inclusive school community.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education.
· Current Type T Alaska teaching certificate.
· Proven experience working with 3–5-year-old students or early primary grades.
· Deep understanding of developmental stages and learning needs for young children.
· Instructional Skills: Commitment to developmentally appropriate curriculum and creative teaching practices.
· to train, supervise, and effectively mentor paraprofessional staff; demonstrated ability to work as a positive, proactive team member.
· Interpersonal: Strong patience and a commitment to helping build and refine a new program.
· Familiarity with bilingual and bicultural students; knowledge of and experience in rural Alaska is preferred.
Essential Functions
· Manage all aspects of the learning process to deliver measurable student achievement; develop and implement comprehensive, detailed lesson plans.
· Source, develop, and organize high-quality teaching materials tailored to the classroom curriculum.
· Maintain accurate and timely records of student achievement, attendance, and program evaluations; administer and score assessments to track individual and program progress.
· Oversee daily classroom activities, ensure adherence to health and safety standards, and handle student discipline effectively.
· Supervise and support paraprofessional staff within the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program.
· Establish yearly goals for both students and the program; adhere to all state, federal, and district policies.
· Identify students requiring additional physical, mental, or social services and coordinate referrals outside the classroom environment.
· Perform other duties as assigned to support district objectives.
REPORTS TO: Principal
SALARY: Placement on BSSD Teacher Pay Scale
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 192 Days
LOCATION: Gambell
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Accepting International Visa Applicants?
Yes
About
Bering Strait School District is located in western Alaska. Working and living in our region is far more similar to an overseas teaching position than it is living and working in the mainstream schools of the Lower 48 states. Cultural traditions are still strong, and we have 15 villages that still practice subsistence hunting and fishing as a lifestyle in the community. Nearly all of our students are Yup'ik, Siberian Yup'ik, or Iñupiaq. Teachers looking for a non-traditional, cross-cultural setting with a progressive district are ideal candidates.
Our goal is to instill a passion for learning through quality instruction in small classroom settings. BSSD provides a competitive salary and benefits package, signing and longevity bonuses, paid staff development, and partially subsidized housing. We also offer adventurous educators the opportunity for memorable, one of a kind authentic experiences, outdoor adventures, and an Alaskan lifestyle that values richness in cultural tradition.