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Itinerant School Social Worker

Lower Kuskokwim School District
place Bethel, 99559
local_atm $59381 - $102711 USD /YEAR
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
School Issues
ECT
Racial Justice Allied
School
Milieu

About Job

**Teach, Inspire, and Adventure in Alaska! Join LKSD for the 2025-2026 School Year**

*Relocation to Alaska Required*

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable teaching journey? The **Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD)** is calling passionate educators to join our team for the **2025-2026 school year**. Teaching in “bush” Alaska is not just a job—it’s a chance to immerse yourself in a rich cultural experience, inspire the next generation, and make a lasting impact.

### **Why LKSD?**

LKSD is the **largest rural school district in Alaska**, encompassing 27 schools, 250 teachers, and approximately 4,000 Yup’ik students. Our district spans a landmass similar to the size of West Virginia, located along the stunning Kuskokwim River and Bering Sea coast.

- **Adventure Awaits**: Travel by jet from Anchorage, then by small plane, snowmobile, or boat to our village sites.

- **Cultural Enrichment**: Engage with the Yup’ik culture and support bilingual, culturally appropriate education that empowers students to thrive as responsible, productive citizens.

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### **Your Role as a Teacher**

As a teacher in LKSD, you will:

- Maintain high expectations for academic success and positive behavior.

- Administer assessments to measure growth, mastery, and instructional effectiveness.

- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.

- Identify and support students at risk with targeted intervention strategies.

- Collaborate with fellow teachers, staff, and the community.

- Foster strong relationships with students, parents, and families to create a supportive learning environment.

- Participate actively in professional development and engage with the community in school and advisory committee meetings.

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### **What We’re Looking For**

- A sense of adventure and willingness to live and work in a **cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment**.

- A **valid Alaska Teaching Certificate** (or the ability to obtain one).

- A Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated commitment to effective education practices.

- A dedication to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning atmosphere.

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### **Why Choose LKSD?**

LKSD offers competitive compensation and benefits designed to support your personal and professional success:

- **Salary**: $59,391–$102,711 per year.

- **Signing Bonus**: $2,000.

- **Teacher Housing**: Subsidized housing options in many communities.

- **Travel Reimbursement**: Full flight coverage from your work site to Anchorage.

- **Training Opportunities**: Participate in our **induction teacher training program** and benefit from ongoing professional development.

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### **Step into the Opportunity of a Lifetime**

Join LKSD for the **2025-2026 school year** and experience the joy of teaching in one of the most unique and breathtaking environments in the world. Relocation to Alaska isn’t just a move—it’s a transformative adventure where you’ll make a profound difference in the lives of students while immersing yourself in the beauty and culture of rural Alaska.

Apply today and let your teaching journey take flight!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,381.00 - $102,711.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

School Issues

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Practice Specifics

Populations

Racial Justice Allied
School

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Schools
Home Health/In-home