Employment Opportunities

High School English Position

$37,000 - $48,000 / year depending on experience. Hettinger School District pays both sides of teacher retirement (TFFR) and provides a fringe benefit of $10,600 a year. Position includes 3 personal days a year that can accumulate up to 5, 10 sick days (with 3 that can be used as mental health days) up to 80 sick days. The school district also has opportunities for paid coaching and advisory duties.

Hettinger Public School has a welcoming and innovative work environment. Our staff are compassionate, experienced and supportive. The town of Hettinger has a top 10 critical care and comprehensive hospital, wonderful outdoor recreation opportunities, a nine-hole grass green golf course, Indoor aquatic center, an 8-lane bowling alley, a city wellness center, summer rec and disc golf course integrated with the aesthetics of Mirror Lake. Opportunities for winter recreation abound as well as proximity to the Black Hills of South Dakota (a 2-hour drive) and Bismarck North Dakota (a 2-hour drive).

Job Description:

Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

Promotes a classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.

Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments that utilize best instructional practices that challenge students.

Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking.

Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.

Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.

Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Will consider teachers with an education degree who are willing to secure additional certification or degree. To be considered, applicants must submit the following: letter of application, current resume, copies of transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation and a copy of their teacher certificate. Applications can be sent to: Darin Seamands darin.seamands@k12.nd.us or Heather Ebert heather.ebert@k12.nd.us or mailed to 209 8th St S, Hettinger, ND 58639. For more information please call Darin Seamands or Heather Ebert at (701)567-5315.


Other:

100% employer paid to ND Teacher's Retirement. Fringe Benefit used towards Health

Insurance; Flexible Medical; Dependent Care account or Cash Option; 403B

Retirement Account or Cash Option. Personal and Medical Leave Days. Professional Development.

Salary Range: DOE

Looking for someone proficient in Math, English and Science. Starting wage is $14.00 an hour or Depending On Experience. If you are interested in these positions, please contact Darin Seamands at 701-567-4502 or darin.seamands@k12.nd.us or Dave Erickson at 701-567-4501 or david.erickson@k12.nd.us. Open until filled.

Seasonal Custodial Help (hourly, full/part-time opportunities.

Pay depends on experience with starting wages at $12.00 an hour.

Duties include assisting with summer custodial cleaning of the school campus and grounds.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more.

Pass background check.

Minimum age of 16.tion