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Job Title: Emergency Certification Status Update
Location: Districtwide
Position Summary:
This posting is for current district employees working under an Alaska Emergency Certificate who are required to submit documentation verifying progress toward full Alaska certification. Individuals holding emergency certification must demonstrate continued advancement toward certification by completing coursework or other certification requirements during the current academic year. Documentation submitted through this posting will be reviewed to determine eligibility for continued emergency certification for the upcoming school year.
Purpose of Submission:
Emergency certified employees must provide evidence of progress toward meeting Alaska Department of Education and Early Development certification requirements. Acceptable documentation may include transcripts, course completion records, program verification, or other materials demonstrating advancement in an approved teacher preparation or certification program.
Minimum Requirements:
- Current employee of the district working under an Alaska Emergency Certificate.
- Enrollment in or participation in an approved program leading toward full Alaska certification.
- Completion of coursework or other certification-related requirements during the current academic year.
- Submission of official or unofficial transcripts or other documentation verifying progress.
Review Process:
Submitted documentation will be reviewed by the district to determine whether the employee has demonstrated sufficient progress toward certification. This review will inform decisions regarding eligibility to continue employment under an emergency certificate for the following school year.
How to Submit:
Please complete the online application and upload documentation verifying coursework during the current academic year. Documentation should clearly demonstrate progress toward meeting Alaska teacher certification requirements.
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
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Six elementary schools, one middle school, and one standard high school.
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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.
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The alternative high school, Yaaḵoosgé Daakahídi, serves students who benefit from non‐traditional high school settings.
Community & Demographics
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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.
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Around 23% of students receive Free & Reduced Meals, and 20% receive special education services.
Professional Atmosphere & Development
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The district employs about 600 full-time staff, with roughly 300 certified teachers, making it one of the largest employers in the community.
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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
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Juneau is both remote and accessible by air or sea, with majestic surroundings including the Tongass National Forest.
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Small-city feel, with strong sense of community. Teachers often engage with local culture, and environment.
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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.