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August 2024 ATP Update!

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Alaska schools typically open by the third week of August, although some variations for a start date do exist.  Most districts are currently either conducting orientation and in-service meetings with staff members, or are in the final stages of preparation for the new school year.

Teachers from the Lower 48 and other locations are arriving in their new villages. Many types of berries are ripe, the bears are getting fat, and Dolly Varden and salmon are in the streams of many coastal and island locations.

This does not mean, however, that school districts are done hiring!  In fact, district HR staff continue to post new jobs as unexpected openings occur, and district staff change classrooms or jobs, and budgets are finalized.

As of August 12, there are over 257 open education positions in ATP's Rural Alaska districts, and 40 new jobs posted since August 1. There are also over 250 other open certified teaching and school admin jobs in districts that have their own Applitrack databases.  Many of these positions are in desirable locations in all regions of the state, so it's important to check daily if currently seeking a teaching or school administration job for the 2024-25 school year!

As always, open jobs for over 54 Alaska school districts and other education-related employers are updated daily on our statewide Applitrack Job Bank system. Registration and all services for job candidates are, also as always, 100% free!

As plans for potential Lower 48 campus visits this year, and any possible face-to-face recruiting events for Spring, 2025 become clearer, those details will posted on this page, so stay tuned!

Ever Thought About Substitute Teaching in Alaska? - Adventure Calls!

If you are a retired teacher, between teaching jobs, or just finishing your teacher certification program, and are flexible with your plans, Alaska now keeps a list of substitute teachers available on short notice for the 2022-23 school year and beyond.  Unexpected openings happen every school year due to teacher illnesses, pregnancies, family emergencies and so on.  ATP tries to help by keeping a ready list of substitutes separate from the normal Applitrack job bank.

Some positions are Short-term Substitute (STS) positions for just a few weeks, while others are Long-term Substitute (LTS) positions that might be a month or a semester in length. This is not only a great way to keep your teaching skills sharp, or practice newly acquired skills, but it's also a great way to see some of the most unique villages left in North America while getting paid, and making yourself known to district leadership staff. Substitutes often earn the support of a thankful school district, and get called back regularly for temporary duty.

If you are interested in being considered, this form gets you set up and "on the list"!  Questions? Contact Toni at [email protected].

ATP Substitute List Registration - Flexible? This supplements your ATP Applitrack File!
https://www.alaskateacher.org/atp-substitute-form.html

Don't forget to make sure your ATP Applitrack is active and updated on our site, as ATP wants districts to be able to quickly reference your resume and supporting documentation.  Districts will contact Substitute List candidates directly.

Student Teaching in Alaska? - The Experience of a Lifetime!

If you are finishing your pre-service teacher preparation or certification program, but still have to complete your internship, practice teaching or student teaching, you may want to consider doing so in Alaska.  

You can use the ATP website to learn about the very different regions of Alaska, and about living and working here.  Alaska rural school districts are especially interested in hosting student teachers in their schools, and are willing to work with your university to collaborate on innovate supervision arrangements.  In fact, many districts offer housing assistance, travel arrangements from your location to their communities, and sometimes even a small cost of living stipend. 

Alaska Student Teaching Portal - Click below to choose your own adventure!
Alaska School District Map - Student Teacher Portal
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Please contact Toni McFadden at [email protected] with any questions regarding Alaska student teaching opportunities.

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