Alaska Teacher Placement: 2026 Perryville School Elementary Teacher Posting

Position Announcement: Elementary Teacher (Multi-Level Classroom)
Perryville School, Perryville, Alaska

Position Overview:
Perryville School seeks a qualified elementary teacher for a multi-level classroom within a K-12 setting. The institution currently enrolls 22 students across all grade levels. This role demands a dynamic educator capable of fostering a standards-based, culturally responsive learning environment.

Reporting Structure:
The successful candidate will report directly to the on-site or itinerant principal.

Compensation:
Salary will be determined by appropriate placement on the LPSD Teacher Salary Scale.

Application Timeline:

  • Closing Date: February 7, 2025
  • Status Post-Closing: Open until filled
  • Anticipated Start Date: August 25, 2025

Required Qualifications:

  1. Education & Certification:
    • Valid teaching certification or demonstrated commitment to obtaining certification.
    • Familiarity with standards-based educational frameworks.
  2. Experience & Skills:
    • Preferred experience with Response to Intervention (RTI) or Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
    • Cross-cultural instructional experience is highly advantageous.
    • Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collegiality.
    • Positive, enthusiastic disposition with a commitment to educational excellence.
    • Ability to align instructional practices with the district’s mission, vision, and goals.
    • Compliance with all professional requirements set by the school, district, and State of Alaska.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Develop and deliver standards-aligned lesson plans and instructional materials to promote active learning.
  • Conduct formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting instruction as needed.
  • Integrate technology effectively to support differentiated instruction.
  • Implement classroom management strategies to maintain a productive learning environment.
  • Maintain accurate student records via PowerSchool and provide timely feedback on academic performance.
  • Engage in district-mandated professional development opportunities.
  • Foster regular communication with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress and concerns.
  • Cultivate partnerships with families to enhance student outcomes.
  • Articulate clear learning objectives for all instructional activities.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Salary Range: 
    • Accepting all AK teaching experience, and up to six years out-of-state experience, for initial placement. Starting at $51,259 (BA+0yrs) to $86,408 (BA72/MA36+13yrs).
    • Recognizes all Alaska teaching experience and up to six years of out-of-state experience.
  • Benefits Package:
    • Subsidized housing options.
    • Relocation reimbursement of $1,600.
    • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
    • Annual personal and sick leave allowances.
    • $10,000 service incentive after five consecutive years of employment.
    • Travel benefits, including flights to/from the community.
    • Subsidized Master of Education program in Culturally Responsive Education.

Academic Calendar:
LPSD operates on a subsistence calendar, comprising 150 student instructional days and a 172-day teacher contract period—one of the shortest in the nation. The academic year commences in late August and concludes in early May.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must apply online at [LPSD Employment Portal]. Direct inquiries to [Contact Email].

Equal Opportunity Employer Disclaimer:
LPSD is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This job description outlines general responsibilities but is not exhaustive; duties may evolve to meet institutional needs.


Perryville School is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive community for both students and staff. Join us in delivering culturally responsive education in Alaska’s unique environment.

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