SPED Behavioral Support Co-Teacher
Description
Galena City School District
P.O. Box 299
Galena, Alaska 99741
Position Notice
October 30, 2026
Position Opening:
SpEd Behavioral Support Co-Teacher – Sidney Huntington School, Galena
Start Date:
ASAP
Qualifications:
- Alaska Teaching Certification, required
- Early Childhood Endorsement, preferred
- Experience/education in early childhood programs, required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in an instructional a within an early childhood/education setting, preferred
- Demonstrated strong communication skills and relationship building with children and families.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide a safe and effective learning environment for children
- Demonstrated willingness to engage in personal/professional development
- Ability to work successfully with a wide range of groups, required
- Cultural awareness, sensitivity, and knowledge of local cultural values/history
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Job Goal:
To work closely with identified special-needs students on a regular basis to provide them with the physical, emotional, and/or academic support they need to gain full benefits from the district's special education/alternative programs or placement in regular education curriculum. Must possess and share a passion for all children and their families, a positive attitude, and ability to adapt to individual student needs. Must embrace working as part of a team to build and sustain a safe, caring, and vibrant environment that benefits childhood development and learning.
Application Procedure:
Complete GCSD application on the Galena City School District website located at
Salary:
Per GEA Support Staff Negotiated Agreement
Closing Date:
Until Filled
GALENA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER