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Howard Valentine Coffman Cove School: Secondary Teacher

Southeast Island School District
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$49,999 - $87,108 yearly
Feb 13, 2026
Secondary Teacher Full time

**Note: SISD does not currently host J1 or H1B Visa teachers.**

Position Summary:

A teacher is responsible for facilitating student learning by implementing specific curriculum within the Southeast Island School District. Inherent in this responsibility are the professional practices related to academic knowledge, educational skills, personal judgment, and ethical behavior as articulated in the Alaska Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and the Standards for Alaska’s Teachers.

 

Reports to: School Assistant Principal or Principal

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Baccalaureate degree in appropriate academic field or verifiable training/experience in Alaska Native language/culture or in a vocational/technical field.

  2. Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate with endorsement(s) appropriate to assignment.

  3. Certificate of Health signed by a licensed health care provider.

  4. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school district related matters, students, families, and staff.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Other additional areas of endorsement.

 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  1. Ability to safely move instructional materials and equipment; occasional lifting of items typically up to 20–30 pounds.

  2. Ability to move and position oneself as reasonably necessary to support instructional activities and student supervision, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional kneeling. Some assignments may also require movements such as stooping, crawling, and turning.

  3. Ability to work indoors and outdoors year-round as required for student supervision, school activities, and emergency procedures.

  4. Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations, including evacuations, lockdowns, and other safety procedures.

  5. Ability to access, interpret, and communicate information in written, visual, and verbal formats.

Knowledge and Attitude Requirements:

  1. Ability to supervise and maintain all aspects of the classroom or other learning environments.

  2. Coordinate all instructional activities to conform to state and District laws, regulations, and policy guidelines.

  3. Ability to establish and develop positive relationships with students, families, staff, and the public.

  4. Communicate effectively with students, families, school staff, and public.

  5. React to change and transition productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

  6. Ability to prepare, maintain, and organize appropriate records, reports, and forms as required, including but not limited to grades, attendance, lesson plans, and district forms.

  7. Proficiency in computers and the use of instructional technology.

  8. Recognize and fulfill the role as an agent of the District in all work and communication to display a positive attitude and image of the District, to join cooperatively and positively in all District initiatives, and to support and comply with all given directions.

  9. Communicate concerns to administration quickly and clearly with the objective of solving problems as they arise.

  10. Pursue professional growth and continuous improvement of professional practice of instruction, i.e. demonstrate the quality of being a life-long learner.

  11. Participate positively, productively, and creatively in efforts to solve problems and improve the instructional practice of the District.

  12. Promote positive school-community partnerships.

  13. Participate in establishing and maintaining a positive school climate.

  14. Knowledge of content area and how to teach it.

  15. Effective classroom management skills

  16. Demonstrated technology skills.

  17. Effective organization skills.

  18. Interpersonal skills.

  19. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.

  20. Decision-making skills and the ability to work independently, and to plan, schedule, and prioritize work.

 

Responsibilities:

  1. Support the mission of the Southeast Island School District.

  2. Carry out all directives from District Administration.

  3. Comply with all applicable laws, Board Policies, and Administrative Regulations of the District.

  4. Be familiar with and comply with the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

  5. Personally demonstrate and facilitate others in demonstrating respect for the individual and cultural characteristics of others.

  6. Facilitate, monitor and assess student learning.

    1. Implement all adopted programs and materials as set forth in District curriculum documents.

    2. Utilize District programs and tools for planning and grading as directed.

    3. Assess the progress of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Use common, district-adopted, or other suitable assessments as appropriate for summative, formative, and/or diagnostic purposes.

    4. Clearly articulate objectives and learning goals for all lessons, units and courses and communicate these to students and families.

    5. Provide and support methods for students to monitor their own learning progress as appropriate.

    6. Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request from the principal.

    7. Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

    8. Effectively and regularly integrate and use instructional technology tools to enhance learning opportunities for students.

  7. Teacher with additional Special Education endorsement may also have special education instructional responsibilities including:

    1. Plan and provide a variety of effective instructional and evaluative techniques, including appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings.

    2. Through the IEP process, facilitate development for students with disabilities in areas of need such as social, emotional, communication, gross motor, fine motor, and adaptive.

    3. Use various diagnostic tools to identify specific educational and behavioral problems of eligible students.

    4. Process teacher referrals.

    5. Maintain accurate and complete records.

    6. Help teachers with implementation of individual educational programs.

    7. Collect data and interpret relevant information from various sources on a child’s performance.

    8. Design goals and objectives for the individualized education program with other team members.

    9. Select and/or modify instructional methods to promote successful learning of identified students.

    10. Confer with all individuals, including the students, when appropriate, in developing an individualized education program.

    11. Implement specific educational and/or behavioral programs.

    12. Assist in implementing educational and/or behavioral programs within the regular education classroom when appropriate.

    13. Develop and manage the special education programs in collaboration with general education staff.

    14. Provide appropriate instruction for identified students as specified in individual IEP’s.

    15. Obtain and complete all necessary records on students referred to special education and/or receiving special education services.

    16. Assure the implementation of IDEA in addition to the State of Alaska Special Education Regulations.

    17. Assure that parents of students with disabilities receive parental rights and due process and are knowledgeable of these rights and procedures.

    18. Monitor, train, and supervise special education paraprofessionals.

    19. Assist in distributing information regarding Child Find activities to the community and school staff.

  8. Create and maintain a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members and which is conducive to learning for all students.

  9. Create and maintain a safe environment in accordance with school handbook and established emergency procedures.

  10. Work as a partner with parents, families, and the community.

  11. Participate in and contribute to the teaching profession.

    1. Participate in and contribute to curriculum development.

    2. Participate in and contribute to professional development.

    3. Maintain a high standard of professional ethics.

  12. Adhere to all district health and safety policies.

  13. Adhere to professional dress and appearance expectations as appropriate to assignment.

  14. Other duties as assigned from time to time.

 

Employment Terms:

Certified Position. Salary and benefits determined via the Collective Agreement between the Southeast Island School District and Southeast Island Education Association.   Teachers will be evaluated in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Non-discrimination Statement:

Southeast Island School District (SISD) does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability or any other unlawful consideration. SISD does not discriminate on the basis of sex in violation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 in the educational programs or activities which it operates. SISD does not discriminate on the basis of disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This includes admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs, services, and activities.

Accepting International Visa Applicants?

No

Start Date

Aug 18, 2026
About

Southeast Island School District (SISD) is a Regional Educational Attendance Area serving some of the most remote communities in Southeast Alaska. We currently operate seven schools on Prince of Wales and Baranof Islands, along with a statewide correspondence program, supporting a 200 students.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Set a foundation by cultivating experiences for students to develop goals and thrive in an ever-changing world.

At SISD, we believe every student should be equipped to pursue their dreams and aspirations—whether that means college, trade school, military service, entering the workforce, or serving their community.

We are dedicated to expanding vocational and career pathways, ensuring our students gain skills that prepare them for success in Alaska’s unique economy and beyond. The communities we serve are deeply rooted in the commercial fishing and timber industries of the 17-million-acre Tongass National Forest, while seasonal tourism continues to open new doors for employment and entrepreneurship.

Through innovation, resilience, and strong community ties, SISD is committed to shaping bright futures—one student at a time.

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