RMS Teacher ~ Salish Language - 2026-27

Job Title Middle School Salish Language Teacher (.5 FTE with possibility of additional FTE dependent upon certifications) Reports To Principal Job Goal To provide the instruction of assigned students keeping within the law, board policies and administrative regulations. Instruction is the teaching/learning process which includes student guidance, management, skills and knowledge in grade/subject areas taught. Essential Requirements Montana Teaching License with appropriate grade level/subject area endorsement Ability to assist in establishing and maintaining an effective learning climate in the school Ability to interpret and implement all Board policies, administrative regulations and negotiated agreements Ability to assist in the development, revisions and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional services Ability to assist in the development of school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline and conduct of students as established in district procedures Ability to serve as liaison between the school and community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging parent involvement with the school Ability to provide direction to others and to make independent judgments Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, teachers and community Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines Perform physical requirements which may include: A. Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina B. Frequent and prolonged standing, walking and sitting C. Ability to restrain students in emergency situations D. Frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations E. Possess near/far visual acuity/depth perception F. Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student injury and illnesses Such alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated Plan and implement a program of study following state and district goals/curriculum that as much as is possible, meet the individual needs and development of students Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals; establish clear objectives for all instructional units, projects and lessons to communicate these goals and objectives to students Diagnose the needs and abilities of assigned students and prescribe appropriate learning activities for each student Evaluate each student's growth periodically and develop instructional plans for the future; assist the specialists in the instruction of special education students Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents/guardians concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct in the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner Encourage students to set and maintain appropriate standards of classroom behavior Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, administrative regulations and district policy Confer with colleagues, administration, students and/or parents when necessary Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for Educational Assistants, Special Needs Assistants and/or volunteers and provide input regarding their job performance as appropriate Strive to maintain and improve professional competence through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning Attend staff meetings and serve on staff/district committees as required Ability to demonstrate knowledge of subject matter, to seek professional growth, improve classroom instruction and to qualify for certification by following both state and district regulations Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem to be appropriate to the Board or Administration Maintain satisfactory attendance, as defined in District policy and regulations Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Bonding, and/or Testing Required Montana Teaching License Possess a valid First Aid card if required Possess a valid Driver's License if required Bloodborne Pathogens Training/Hepatitis B Shot Series Training if required Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education