Elementary Curriculum

Shepherd Elementary School has an opening for the 2024-2025 school year.

Job Requirements :

Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid State of Montana teaching certificate with an endorsement in K-8 elementary education. Knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices such as teacher-directed instruction, literature-based reading, math problem-solving and use of math manipulatives, cooperative learning, and integrated curriculum.

Current knowledge of child development theory and its implications for teaching and learning. Ability and skills necessary to individualize instruction. Commitment and ability to work with a full range of students including gifted, mainstreamed special education, and students from diverse social backgrounds.

Working Conditions: 

Must be able to function in an elementary school setting and accomplish duties as assigned, including but not limited to those listed in the job description and requirements.

Job Description:

Foster an educational environment conducive to learning.  Plan an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups which may include “at-risk” or special needs youth; prepare lesson plans.

Use necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implement established programs or curriculum objectives; attend in-service training; continue to improve professional growth through study and experimentation; remain current in methods and techniques of instruction.

Establish and implement, in a positive and supportive manner, classroom policies and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provide guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; make referrals for assistance where appropriate.

Confer with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, in an open and positive manner to provide guidance, evaluation, and encouragement of student achievement.

Establish classroom goals and objectives, in conformance with courses of study specified by State and School District statutes, regulations, and guidelines; evaluate and record student progress; prepare reports for parents or guardians.

Collect and interpret a variety of data; provide reports for administrative purposes.

Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.

Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.

Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

• Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and SEA bargaining agreement salary schedule.  Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience.  Benefits include retirement, medical, dental, and other benefits, according to Board policy and contract specifications.

Shepherd Schools contributes $780 per month towards our medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer supplimental insurance.