This General Student Hire job announcement is set up for the purpose of providing a job ID for students to apply for a specific job opening. When there is a position available for student applications, a school district administrator will direct the student(s) to this General Student Hire job announcement so that they can complete an online application.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or less, or currently enrolled in a high school program.
Department of Labor Work Permit form signed by student's parent/step parent or legal guardian and accompanied by child's proof of age.

Compensation:

The pay range for students begins at $10.34 per hour for individuals with no previous work experience up to $12.09 per hour depending upon work experience. Students with previous work experience may be eligible for a higher rate of pay based on their years of experience as shown on their employment application. Actual salary placement will be determined at the time of hire.

Please visit our website at www.juneauschools.org/hr to complete an electronic application.

About

About the Juneau School District

Located in Alaska’s beautiful capital, the Juneau School District (JSD) serves roughly 4,000 students in PreK–12 across 14 schools.

Schools & Programs

Six elementary schools, one middle school, and one standard high school.
Additional options include an alternative high school, a PreK–8 Montessori School, a K–8 Charter School, a home‐school program (HomeBRIDGE), a residential youth facility, and the Tlingit Culture, Language & Literacy (TCLL) program.
The alternative high school, Yaaḵoosgé Daakahídi, serves students who benefit from non‐traditional high school settings.

Community & Demographics

Student body is diverse: roughly 43% White, 24% multi‐ethnic, 13% Alaska Native & American Indian, 10% Asian & Pacific Islander, 10% Hispanic, and about 1% Black.
Around 23% of students receive Free & Reduced Meals, and 20% receive special education services.

Professional Atmosphere & Development

The district employs about 600 full-time staff, with roughly 300 certified teachers, making it one of the largest employers in the community.
JSD offers strong support for professional growth: embedded professional development, Arts‐infused teaching (Artful Teaching), culturally responsive pedagogy, mentoring programs, peer collaboration, and opportunities to engage with local culture and environment in instructional design.

Advantages & Location

Juneau is both remote and accessible by air or sea, with majestic surroundings including the Tongass National Forest.
Small-city feel, with strong sense of community. Teachers often engage with local culture, and environment.
Because of its size and resources, the district can offer a variety of teaching environments—traditional classrooms, Montessori, alternative high school settings, and culturally unique programs like TCLL.

District Profile