Open Positions for Anchorage School District

Openings as of 3/16/2026

OPEN RECRUITMENT: Special Education Teacher (2026-27 SY)

JobID: 19086

Position Type:
  Teacher Special Education/Special Education Open Recruitment


Date Posted:
  11/24/2025


Location:
  OPEN RECRUITMENT


Date Available:
  08/14/2026


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Bargaining Unit: AEA
Work Year: 182 days per year, 12 contract payments
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: B00/00 - B72/08 ($61,454-$88,919) DOE

The successful candidate will receive an additional 3% (Resource) or 6% (Self Contained) increase on their annual salary.

This announcement is for open recruitment of Special Education Teachers and is intended to gather a pool of applicants. It is not an advertisement for a specific school site or position.

Job Summary
Special Education teachers plan and provide learning experiences for students with disabilities, including cognitive, emotional, or physical disabilities, in a variety of educational settings. Special Education Teachers create a flexible program and learning environment that provides specialized instruction; establishes effective rapport with students; may modify general education curriculum to meet students' needs with supplemental aides, accommodations, and other needed supports; and establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members. The Special Education Teacher reports to and is evaluated by the site principal.

This position requires a valid Alaska educator certificate. The number of work days is based upon the AEA negotiated pay scale. Information on the pay scale can be found online on our Labor Relations Department website. This position's grade level, content area taught, and work site may change dependent upon student enrollment and district staffing needs. Positions that are 0.50 FTE to 1.0 FTE are associated with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS), positions that are 0.40 to 0.49 FTE are associated with the Alaska Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Positions that are 0.39 FTE or less are not eligible for state retirement benefits.


Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A valid Alaska initial, professional, or master teaching certificate with an endorsement in special education.
2. Evidence of content knowledge shown by:
   1. a posted degree in the content area of this position; or
   2. a posted minor in the content area of this position; or
   3. passing Praxis Subject Assessments scores (formerly Praxis II) in the content area of this position; or
   4. an endorsement in the content area of this position.
3. Educators teaching in a Kindergarten through 3rd grade class must meet requirements for the Alaska Reads Act.

The following are preferred:
1. Evidence of experience working with special education students.
2. Experience working collaboratively to support the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) needs of special education students in a public school setting.

Essential Job Functions
1. Can describe their philosophy of education and demonstrate its relationship to their practice.
   1. Understands how students learn and develop, and applies that knowledge in their practice.
2. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
   1. Organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, work time and assessment.
   2. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and--in harmony with the goals--establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
3. Teaches students with respect for their individual and cultural characteristics.
4. Knows the teacher's content area and how to teach it.
   1. Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils.
   2. Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
   3. Has the ability to use current technology to enhance instruction.
   4. Has the ability to use technology for record-keeping and research.
   5. Applies knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
5. Facilitates, monitors, and assesses student learning.
   1. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
   2. Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
6. Creates and maintains a learning environment in which all students are actively engaged and contributing members.
   1. Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.
   2. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
   3. Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student's work.
   4. Supervises student environment, students, and volunteers.
7. Works as a partner with parents, families, and the community.
   1. Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
8. Participates in and contributes to the teaching profession.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Principal Middle Level (2026-27 school year)

JobID: 22234

Position Type:
  Administration/Middle Level Principal


Date Posted:
  3/5/2026


Location:
  MEARS MIDDLE SCHOOL         


Date Available:
  07/01/2026


Closing Date:
  03/20/2026


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Bargaining Unit: APA
Work Year: 214 days, 12 contract payments
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: APA/07/0A - APA/07/0G ($123,435 - $139,008) DOE


Job Summary
The Middle Level Principal serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of the school. The position is responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the Alaska Board of Education to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe, child-centered learning environment that meets and exceeds the Common Core State Standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extracurricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operations. The middle level principal reports to and is evaluated by the senior director of Secondary Education.

This position requires both a valid Alaska administrative certificate and a valid Alaska teaching or type C special services certificate. Successful candidates are required to maintain both Alaska certificates throughout the tenure of this position. The number of work days is based upon the APA negotiated pay scale. Information can be found online on our Labor Relations Department website. This position has a retirement association with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).


Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A master's degree in educational leadership, public school administration, or a closely related field or completion of a school administration / educational leadership program which leads to certification.
2. By start date: a valid Alaska type B administrative certificate with an endorsement including middle school grade levels and a valid Alaska teaching (initial, professional, or master) or Alaska Type C special services certificate.
3. Evidence of two years of successful administrative experience.

The following are preferred:
1. Evidence of three years of successful large public school experience (over 500 students).
2. Evidence of three years of successful large public school (over 500 students) middle level teaching experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Provides leadership for an educational organization.
2. Guides instruction and supports an effective learning environment.
3. Oversees the implementation of curriculum.
4. Coordinates services that support student growth and development.
5. Provides for staffing and professional development to meet students' learning needs.
6. Uses assessment and evaluation information about students, staff, and the community in making decisions.
7. Communicates with diverse groups and individuals with clarity and sensitivity.
8. Acts in accordance with established laws, policies, procedures, and good business practices.
9. Understands the influence of social, cultural, political, and economic forces on the educational environment and uses this knowledge to serve the needs of children, families, and communities.
10. Facilitates the participation of parents and families as partners in the education of children.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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English Language Learners Identification Support Staff

JobID: 21879

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/English Language Learners Identification Support Staff


Date Posted:
  10/28/2025


Location:
  ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 10 months
Work Day: 7 hours per day
FTE: Full time, FTE
Salary: T-11, $ 20.595 to $21.89 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
ELL Identification Support staff helps administer and oversee English language proficiency assessments, monitors test-takers, maintains confidential records, prepares test materials, provides basic instructions to students, and performs clerical duties related to testing.  The ELL Identification Support staff may also provide tutoring support to small groups of students with the guidance of an ELL Resource Teacher as needed.
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
5. Excellent communication and customer service skills and ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Must have a current Alaska driver’s license and own transportation and be prepared to use it on company business.
 
The following are preferred:
1. College coursework in education.
2. Experience and training in working with children in an instructional environment, preferably within a bilingual setting.
3. Fluency in English and at least one other language.
4. Training and experience in English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.
5. Knowledge of ELL program ID process, supports and services, testing requirements and parental rights.
6. Knowledge of WIDA assessments.
7. Knowledge of ASD computer systems such as Q and PowerSchool.
8. Ability to operate common office equipment and proficiency with both Mac and Windows computers, with experience in a variety of programs and applications including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
9. Ability to perform clerical work with independent judgment, speed, and accuracy.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Administers English language proficiency assessments, both paper with pencil and computerized, according to strict guidelines.
2. Verifies test tickets and rosters to ensure the correct individuals are taking the assessments.
3. Monitors test-takers to ensure compliance with testing policies and procedures.
4. Prepares and maintains confidential test records, score rosters, and other associated documentation.
5. Enters student data into computer systems and generates reports.
6. Organizes and prepares test materials.
7. Coordinates testing appointments and scheduling.
8. Enforces test security policies before, during, and after testing.
9. Maintains the security and confidentiality of all testing processes and student information.
10. Maintains program records for students referred to the English Language Learners Program.
11. Provides tutorial sessions to small groups of students with the guidance of an ELL resource teacher as needed.
12. Attends scheduled in-service training programs.
13. Acts as a liaison or interpreter/translator among the school aministrators, teachers, students, and parents as assigned by ELL dept.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Paraprofessional Educator Kindergarten Bilingual/Biliterate

JobID: 22023

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Kindergarten Bilingual Biliterate


Date Posted:
  1/2/2026


Location:
  O`MALLEY ELEMENTARY


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Bargaining Unit: Totem
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: Part time, 0.6875 FTE
Salary: T-8, $19.47 to $20.42 per hour, DOE

This position receives a 4% increase to the base hourly pay rate for the bilingual requirement, per the TOTEM/ASD agreement.
 
Job Summary
The Kindergarten Bilingual/Biliterate Paraprofessional Educator assists the teacher with classroom activities and student supervision. Work involves a variety of clerical tasks and student monitoring. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Fluency in the foreign language of the classroom’s instruction.
3. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. Experience in typing and general clerical work.
3. Ability to work with people of all age levels.
4. Ability to convey effectively explanations of policies, regulations, and procedures.
5. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Prepares class materials at direction of the teacher.
2. Sets up class projects using guidelines established by the teacher.
3. Handles routine reports needed to complete informational requirements.
4. Records grades as assigned by the teacher.
5. Checks attendance for assigned classes and assists with discipline for students as required.
6. Aids pupils to carry out routine practice exercises assigned by the teacher, including listening to pupils read.
7. Assists with assembling and putting materials on display.
8. Assists with supervision of pupils on the school grounds under the direction of a teacher.
9. Assists with supervising a student, or group of students, during the lunch period.
10. Checks objective tests and marks errors, but does not determine final grades.
11. Types letters, requisitions, inventories, cards, bulletins, bills, reports, ledgers, stencils, transcripts, tests, notices, and other administrative teacher and student materials.
12. Maintains student and teacher files.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Resource Secondary

JobID: 21813

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Resource Secondary


Date Posted:
  10/7/2025


Location:
  WEST HIGH SCHOOL


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: 6.0 hours per day
FTE: Full time, .75 FTE
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE

 
Job Summary
The Special Education Resource Secondary Paraprofessional Educator implements special education services and supports under the direction of a special education teacher. The teacher assistant will provide instruction and assistance to special education students in special education classrooms, regular education classrooms, and other settings in the schools. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following required:
    
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
    
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
    
3. Basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math.
    
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
    
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
    
6. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred: 
    
1. Knowledge of first aid.
    
2. One year experience working in general education, special education, agency settings, or private school settings.
    
3. Experience working directly with individuals experiencing disabilities.
    
4. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans, behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc. under the direction of the special education teacher.
    
5. Ability to remain calm and maintain a professional demeanor during times of conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
    
6. Ability to share essential information appropriately with team members to aid in the development of individual student programs.
    
7. Ability to support students in the academic areas of pre-algebra or algebra.
    
8. Basic experience with office equipment and computer literacy skills including word processing, printing, and e-mail.
           
Essential Job Functions 
    
1. Provides instructional services in reading, math, writing, etc. to students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher.
    
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials for students as specified by special education teacher.
    
3. Collects data in accordance with student(s) IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff.
    
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively, as a team member, with colleagues and staff.
    
5. Follows written and oral instructions, and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies.
    
6. Implements and provides special education services and supports for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include providing instructional services, accommodations or modifications, behavioral and social interventions, individual behavior improvement plans, personal hygiene assistance, and assistance to and from the buses.
    
7. Supports vocational programs and community involvement in accordance with student(s) IEP as directed by a special education teacher.
    
8. Provides instructional support in the area of study skills and organization both in the regular education and special education classes as directed by a special education teacher.
    
9. Provides primary support in special education or regular education classroom environments. Provides additional student support in other school setting as per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks, and/or before and after school as specified in the IEP.
    
10. Supports the Anchorage School District’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect, and maintaining standards of confidentiality.
                       
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Preschool

JobID: 21736

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Special Prog Preschool


Date Posted:
  9/22/2025


Location:
  TUDOR ELEMENTARY             


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: 6.5 hours per day
FTE: Full time, .8125 FTE
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE

This position receives an additional $1.00 per each hour worked, not to exceed 8 hours per day. 
 
Job Summary
The Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Preschool implements special education services and supports under the direction of a special education teacher. The paraeducator provides instruction and assistance to special education students in special education classrooms, regular education classrooms and other settings in the schools. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Basic skills in reading, writing, and math
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred:      
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. One year experience working in general education, special education, agency, or private school settings.
3. Experience working directly with young children Paraprofessional Educator experiencing disabilities.
4. Basic experience with office equipment andcomputer literacy skills, including word processing, printing, and e-mail.    
5. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc., under the direction of a special education teacher.
6. Ability to remain calm and maintain a professional demeanor during times of conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
7. Ability to share essential information appropriately with team members to aid in the development of individual student programs.
8. Ability to be trained in specific instructional strategies, programs, and techniques and to implement training correctly and consistently.
9. Ability to take direction and follow through on tasks independently.
10. For parapros in preschool self-contained classrooms: experience working with young children ages 3 to 5 and working with students with disabilities.
11. For parapros on preschool CARE teams (community-based itinerant teams): experience working with young children ages 3 to 5, experience working with students with disabilities, ability to work independently in a wide variety of settings and to interact in a positive way with other adults in community settings.
12. A valid Alaska driver’s license, ASD required vehicle insurance, and the willingness to use personal vehicle for department business.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Provides instructional services in reading, math, writing, etc. to students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher.
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials for students as specified by special education teacher.
3. Collects data in accordance with student IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff.
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff. 
5. Follows written and oral instructions, and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies.
6. Implements and provides special education services and supports for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include providing instructional services, accommodations and modifications, behavioral and social interventions, individual behavior improvement plans, personal hygiene assistance and assisting to and from buses.
7. The majority of the workday is spent in special education or regular education classroom environments. However, student support may be required in other school settings as per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks and recesses as specified in the IEP.
8. Supports ASD’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect and maintaining standards of confidentiality.           
9. For Life Skills and Structured Learning classrooms: Provides primary support in special education or general education classroom environments. Provides additional student support in other school settings such as restrooms, corridors, lunch rooms, gyms, conference rooms, or playgrounds. This also includes assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks and recesses, and assisting students to and from buses as specified in the IEP.
10. For preschool special education  classrooms: Provides primary support in special education preschool classrooms, including implementing health and safety standards and assisting with changing and toileting. Provides additional student support in other school settings such as restrooms, corridors, lunch room, gym, and playground. Will be required to attend students during outside recess on playground and to and from the bus.
11. For CARE teams: Provides primary special education support in ASD general education preschool classrooms, as well as various private preschool, childcare, home and Head Start settings within the community. Job will require a valid driver’s license and the ability to use own car for daily travel.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Secondary

JobID: 21704

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Special Prog Secondary


Date Posted:
  9/9/2025


Location:
  SPECIAL SCHOOLS


Date Available:
  09/09/2025


Closing Date:
  09/14/2025


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: 7.0 hours per day
FTE: Full time, .875 FTE
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE
 
This position receives an additional $1.00 per each hour worked, not to exceed 8 hours per day. 
 
Job Summary
The Secondary Special Programs Paraprofessional Educator implements special education services and supports under the direction of a special education teacher. The paraeducator provides instruction assistance to special education students primarily in special education classrooms, as well as in other settings within the schools. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math.
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
5. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. One year of experience working with children with significant disabilities.
3. Basic experience with office equipment and computer literacy skills including word processing, printing, and e-mail.
4. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc. under the direction of a special education teacher.
5. Must be able to readily implement details of individual students’ behavioral support plans.
6. Ability to remain calm and maintain a professional demeanor during times of conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
7. Ability to share essential information appropriately with fellow team members to aid in the development of individual student programs.
8. Ability to read and interpret information from a variety of professionals, including psychologists, behavioral specialists, counselors, and mental health specialists and under the direction of these specialists and the special education teacher, appropriately use the information to support students.
9. For programs in neighborhood schools: Overall physical conditioning and ability to provide physical support for students in a variety of settings within the classroom or school. Ability and willingness to be trained on a variety of topics, including Positive Behavioral Supports, positive reinforcement techniques, appropriate behavioral interventions and de-escalation techniques.
10. A valid Alaska driver’s license, ASD required vehicle insurance and the willingness to use personal vehicle for department business.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Provides special education services and support for students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher.        
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials including assistive technology devices for student use.
3. Collects data in accordance with student IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff.
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff.
5. Follows written and oral instructions and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies.
6. Implements and provides special education services and support for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include planning and implementing accommodations and modifications, behavioral and social interventions, and individual behavior improvement plans, providing instructional services, and assisting students to and from the bus.
7. Attends to and provides for student’s daily hygiene, personal, and health-related care including dressing, feeding, toileting/diapering, etc. as directed by certified special education staff.               
8. Provides detailed, explicit information on students functioning and progress that will assist teachers and related service personnel in developing appropriate learning and behavioral support.      
9. Assists in positioning/range of motion tasks for students such as lifting, repositioning, physically assisting, and transferring between apparatus.
10. Assumes safety responsibilities for students when providing community-based instruction and vocational training. Assists students in participating in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities.
11. Supports the Anchorage School District’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect, and maintaining standards of confidentiality.
12. Implements ASD approved de-escalation techniques as required by district behavioral programs.
13. Provides primary support in special education or regular education classroom environments. Provides additional support in other school settings per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks, and recesses as specified in the IEP.
14. For Life Skills and Structured Learning classrooms: Provides support in special education classroom environments and also other school settings such as regular education classrooms, corridors, lunch room, gym, library, etc. Provides additional support in the community providing community-based and vocational instruction and participating in recreational activities.          
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Special Programs Secondary

JobID: 20884

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Special Prog Secondary


Date Posted:
  5/27/2025


Location:
  SPECIAL SCHOOLS


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: 7.0 hours per day
FTE: Full time, .875 FTE
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE
 
This position receives an additional $1.00 per each hour worked, not to exceed 8 hours per day. 
 
Job Summary
The Secondary Special Programs Paraprofessional Educator implements special education services and supports under the direction of a special education teacher. The paraeducator provides instruction assistance to special education students primarily in special education classrooms, as well as in other settings within the schools. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math.
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
5. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. One year of experience working with children with significant disabilities.
3. Basic experience with office equipment and computer literacy skills including word processing, printing, and e-mail.
4. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, and lesson plans, etc. under the direction of a special education teacher.
5. Must be able to readily implement details of individual students’ behavioral support plans.
6. Ability to remain calm and maintain a professional demeanor during times of conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
7. Ability to share essential information appropriately with fellow team members to aid in the development of individual student programs.
8. Ability to read and interpret information from a variety of professionals, including psychologists, behavioral specialists, counselors, and mental health specialists and under the direction of these specialists and the special education teacher, appropriately use the information to support students.
9. For programs in neighborhood schools: Overall physical conditioning and ability to provide physical support for students in a variety of settings within the classroom or school. Ability and willingness to be trained on a variety of topics, including Positive Behavioral Supports, positive reinforcement techniques, appropriate behavioral interventions and de-escalation techniques.
10. A valid Alaska driver’s license, ASD required vehicle insurance and the willingness to use personal vehicle for department business.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Provides special education services and support for students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher.        
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials including assistive technology devices for student use.
3. Collects data in accordance with student IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff.
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff.
5. Follows written and oral instructions and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies.
6. Implements and provides special education services and support for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include planning and implementing accommodations and modifications, behavioral and social interventions, and individual behavior improvement plans, providing instructional services, and assisting students to and from the bus.
7. Attends to and provides for student’s daily hygiene, personal, and health-related care including dressing, feeding, toileting/diapering, etc. as directed by certified special education staff.               
8. Provides detailed, explicit information on students functioning and progress that will assist teachers and related service personnel in developing appropriate learning and behavioral support.      
9. Assists in positioning/range of motion tasks for students such as lifting, repositioning, physically assisting, and transferring between apparatus.
10. Assumes safety responsibilities for students when providing community-based instruction and vocational training. Assists students in participating in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities.
11. Supports the Anchorage School District’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect, and maintaining standards of confidentiality.
12. Implements ASD approved de-escalation techniques as required by district behavioral programs.
13. Provides primary support in special education or regular education classroom environments. Provides additional support in other school settings per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks, and recesses as specified in the IEP.
14. For Life Skills and Structured Learning classrooms: Provides support in special education classroom environments and also other school settings such as regular education classrooms, corridors, lunch room, gym, library, etc. Provides additional support in the community providing community-based and vocational instruction and participating in recreational activities.          
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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OPEN RECRUITMENT: Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Speech (2026-27 SY)

JobID: 22174

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Parapro Educator Spec Ed Speech


Date Posted:
  2/12/2026


Location:
  OPEN RECRUITMENT


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: 7.0 hours per day
FTE: Full time, .875 FTE
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The Paraprofessional Special Education Speech provides support to both speech-language pathologists and students by preparing therapy materials, collecting and recording data, completing routine clerical tasks, and facilitating/supporting multiple modes of therapy delivery, including tele-therapy. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math.
4. Basic skills using technology, including online meeting platforms.
5. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
6. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
8. Ability to organize and carry out activities with students independently, under supervision of a speech-language pathologist.
9. Ability to independently follow a schedule.

The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. An undergraduate degree in speech and hearing sciences.
3. Knowledge of online programs or other computer software used for creating visual supports and overlays for communication devices.
4. Experience working with children ages 3 through 21.
5. Experience working with children with disabilities, particularly speech-language disabilities.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with educational professionals, other school staff, and parents.
7. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule formats.
8. Ability to apply new knowledge to the therapy program.
9. Ability to independently solve problems in an educational setting.
10. Ability to organize and carry out activities with students independently, under supervision of a speech-language pathologist.
11. Ability to work with people of all ages and abilities in a school setting.

Essential Job Functions
1. Prepares instructional materials at the direction of the speech-language pathologist.
2. Implements and integrates technology into speech-language sessions.
3. Manages student behavior during therapy.
4. Assists in developing a daily/weekly schedules and adheres to a schedule that may include traveling between schools.
5. Under the direction of the speech-language pathologist, works individually, in small groups, or in the classroom with students receiving speech-language services.
6. Assists with student hygiene, which may include toileting and/or diapering, and performs other related duties as assigned.
7. Collects and records data on therapy programs.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Paraprofessional Educator Special Education Part Time

JobID: 20110

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Part Time Spec Ed Paraprofessional Educator


Date Posted:
  4/1/2025


Location:
  OPEN RECRUITMENT


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Bargaining Unit: TOTEM
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: Flexible schedule
FTE: 0.375 to 0.75 FTE, 15 to 30 hours per week
Salary: T-10, $20.53 to $21.40 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
As a Part Time Paraprofessional Educator at ASD, you will implement special education services and supports under the direction of a special education teacher. You will provide instruction and assistance to special education students in special education classrooms, regular education classrooms and other settings in the schools.

The weekly schedule for this position is determined by the candidate. Part Time Paraprofessional Educators will be expected to commit to a consistent weekly schedule at the time of their hire. This schedule can be any combination of hours/days that meets the minimum 15 hours/week.
 
ASD expects the most common weekly schedules to be: 
5 hours/day on Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7.5 hours/day on Tuesday, Thursday

Job Requirements
The following is required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Must meet paraprofessional requirements for the state of Alaska through one of the following methods: 48 college semester credits from a regionally accredited institution, OR a passing score of 459 or greater on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment exam, OR passing the WorkKeys by ACT assessment, OR passing the ASD provided Master Teacher paraprofessional training.
3. Basic literacy skills in reading, writing, and math.
4. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
5. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
Essential Job Functions  
Special Education Resource classrooms: 
1. Provides instructional services in reading, math, writing, etc. to students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher. 
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials for students as specified by special education teacher. 
3. Collects data in accordance with student IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff. 
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff.  
5. Follows written and oral instructions, and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies. 
6. Implements and provides special education services and supports for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include providing instructional services, accommodations and modifications, behavioral and social interventions, individual behavior improvement plans, personal hygiene assistance and assisting to and from buses. 
7. The majority of the workday is spent in special education or regular education classroom environments. However, student support may be required in other school settings as per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks and recesses as specified in the IEP. 
8. Supports ASD’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect and maintaining standards of confidentiality.            
9. For Life Skills and Structured Learning classrooms: Provides primary support in special education or general education classroom environments. Provides additional student support in other school settings such as restrooms, corridors, lunch rooms, gyms, conference rooms, or playgrounds. This also includes assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks and recesses, and assisting students to and from buses as specified in the IEP. 
10. For preschool self-contained classrooms: Provides primary support in special education preschool classrooms. Provides additional student support in other school settings such as restrooms, corridors, lunch room, gym, and playground. Will be required to attend students during outside recess on playground and to and from the bus. 
11. For CARE teams: Provides primary support in various private preschool and childcare settings and Head Start settings within the community. Job will require a valid driver’s license and the ability to use own car for daily travel. 
 
Special Education Special Programs: 
1. Provides special education services and supports for students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a special education teacher. 
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials including assistive technology devices for students’ use. 
3. Collects data in accordance with student(s) IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff. 
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff.              
5. Follows written and oral instructions and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies. 
6. Provides special education services and supports for students as detailed in the IEP. Duties will include providing instructional services, planning and implementing accommodations and modifications, planning and implementing behavioral and social interventions, planning and implementing individual behavior improvement plans, and assisting students to and from buses. 
7. Attends to and provides for students’ daily hygiene, personal, and health related care including dressing, feeding, toileting/diapering, etc. as directed by certified special education staff. 
8. Provides detailed, explicit information on student functioning and progress that will assist teachers or related service personnel to develop appropriate learning and behavioral supports. 
9. Assists in positioning/range of motion tasks for students such as lifting, repositioning, and transferring between apparatus. 
10. Assists with classroom management, such as organizing instructional materials, supervising students on field trips and during lunch/recess, to and from buses, and in learning activities outside of the special education classroom. 
11. Supports ASD’s position of valuing diversity, promoting respect and maintaining standards of confidentiality. 
12. Provides support in special education or regular education classroom environments. Provides additional support in other school settings per individual student need. This may include providing assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks, and recesses as specified in the IEP. 
13. For Life Skills and Structured Learning classrooms: Provides support in special education or general education classroom environments. Provides additional support in other school settings such as restrooms, corridors, lunch rooms, gyms, conference rooms, or playgrounds. This also includes assistance/monitoring during lunch periods, breaks and recesses, and assisting students to and from buses as specified in the IEP. 
14. Implements ASD approved de-escalation techniques, protocols, and training for physical restraint as required by district behavioral programs. 
 
Special Education Speech:     
1. Collects and records data on therapy programs.
2. Manages student behavior during therapy.
3. Develops and adheres to a daily schedule that may include traveling between schools.
4. Under the direction of the speech pathologist, works individually, in small groups, or in the classroom with speech-language students.
5. Monitors the therapy group when teacher leaves the room or when a substitute therapist is on duty.
6. Assists with student hygiene, which may include toiletry and/or diapering, and performs other related duties as assigned.
7. Prepares instructional materials at the direction of the speech pathologist.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Student Paraprofessional Educator Preschool ( King Tech/ CTE)

JobID: 21928

Position Type:
  Classroom Support/Student Paraprofessional Educator Preschool


Date Posted:
  11/14/2025


Location:
  EARLY INTERVENTION SRVC CNTR


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Bargaining Unit: TEMP
Work Year: 9 months
Work Day: varies
FTE: Part time
Wage: $12.00 per hour
 
 
Job Summary
The Student Paraprofessional Educator Preschool supports students under the direction and supervision of a certified preschool teacher. The student paraprofessional will provide instruction and assistance to students in preschool classrooms. The student paraprofessional must be enrolled in an ASD high school program in the Early Childhood pathway.
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. Enrolled as a student in the Anchorage School District in an Early Childhood pathway.
2. Basic skills in reading, writing, and math.
3. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
5. Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of first aid.
2. Experience working directly with children under the age of 5 and/or individuals experiencing disabilities.
3. Basic experience with office equipment and computer literacy skills including word processing, printing, and e-mail.
4. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behavior plans, lesson plans, etc., under the direction of a certified preschool teacher.
5. Ability to remain calm and maintain a professional demeanor during times of conflict and make effective decisions under pressure.
6. Ability to share essential information appropriately with team members to aid in the development of individual student programs.
7. Ability to be trained in specific instructional strategies, programs, and techniques and to implement training correctly and consistently.
8. Ability to take direction and follow through on tasks independently.
9. A valid Alaska driver's license, ASD required vehicle insurance, and the willingness to use personal vehicle for department business.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Provides instructional and supportive services relevant to the learning of young children to students individually or in small groups under the supervision of a certified teacher.
2. Prepares or modifies instructional materials for students as specified by certified teacher.
3. Collects data in accordance with student(s) IEP goals and objectives as directed by certified special education staff.
4. Collaborates and works cooperatively with colleagues and staff.
5. Follows written and oral instructions, and independently follows through on teacher directed programming/strategies.
6. Supports ASD's position of valuing diversity, promoting respect, and maintaining standards of confidentiality.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.
 





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Open Recruitment - Part Time Custodian

JobID: 18242

Position Type:
  Custodial/Part Time Custodian


Date Posted:
  6/12/2024


Location:
  OPERATIONS


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Bargaining Unit: Local 71
Work Year: 10 months
Work Day: 5 hours per day
FTE: Part time, 0.625 FTE
Salary: C-8, $18.96 per hour


Job Summary
The Part Time Custodian maintains clean floors, furniture, fixtures, and grounds in Anchorage School District schools. The Custodian reports needed repairs and monitors the building for safety while also securing the building at the end of the day. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Some experience related to custodial work.
3. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
4. Must be able to travel to any school within the Anchorage School District.
5. Must be able to work any shift, typically day or second shift.
6. Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work, as well as be able to travel between schools during a single shift, as necessary.
7. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.

The following are preferred:
1. A current Alaska driver's license.
2. Six months of successful responsible custodial experience.
3. Knowledge of the safe and effective use of common electrical cleaning equipment.
4. Skill for efficient use of time, motion, tools, equipment, and supplies to produce quality work on time.
5. Ability to use simple math and dilution ratios to properly dilute concentrated chemicals.
6. Ability to learn ASD methods of cleaning and materials used in custodial work.
7. Ability to do heavy manual work.
8. Ability to work independently.

Essential Job Functions
1. Sweeps vacuums, mops, scrubs, and refinishes (to include waxing) floor surfaces.
2. Dusts, washes, and waxes furniture and fixtures.
3. Cleans restroom toilet bowls, sinks, walls, etc.
4. Assists in securing the facility before exiting, including turning out lights and locking doors and windows.
5. Watches the building to prevent vandalism or damage by persons authorized or unauthorized to be in the facility or on the grounds.
6. Reports the need for repairs to facility fixtures or custodial equipment to proper authorities for necessary repairs.
7. Operates electrical custodial equipment safely and effectively and cleans this equipment after use.
8. Safely and effectively works with different chemicals such as detergents, disinfectants, and sanitizers.
9. Shampoos carpeting by various methods such as bonnet, encapsulation, steam, etc. Spot cleans carpets as necessary.
10. Performs heavy lifting while moving equipment, chemicals, furniture, etc., as necessary.
11. Maintains school grounds by removing paper, cans, and other trash from the school grounds on a daily basis.
12. Clears building sidewalks by sweeping and/or removing snow for activities/evening access. Clears a path to dumpster for safety of trash removal as needed.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Open Recruitment - Unassigned Custodian Part Time

JobID: 22253

Position Type:
  Custodial/Unassigned Custodian


Date Posted:
  3/11/2026


Location:
  OPERATIONS


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Bargaining Unit: Local 71
Work Year: 10 months
Work Day: 8 hours per day, 3 days per week
FTE: Part Time, 0.6 FTE
Salary: C-9 step 1, $27.00 per hour
 

Job Summary
The Unassigned Custodian cleans school building interiors, and grounds within Anchorage School District schools. This position is not assigned to a single location but travels between locations as needed to fill vacancies. The shift is eight hours per day, three days per week, but can vary based on circumstances. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Ability to read and interpret documents such as Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
3. Able to work any shift, including the morning shift beginning at 6:30 am, the evening shift beginning at 3:30 pm, or the night shift beginning at 4:30 pm.
4. A valid Alaska driver's license.
5. Reliable transportation and be able to travel to any location within the Anchorage School District as needed, from Girdwood School to Mirror Lake Middle School and any in between, and may occasionally travel between locations during a single shift.
6. Ability to reach with hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
7. Ability to use a backpack style vacuum cleaner daily.
8. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.
The following are preferred:
1. Six months of successful responsible custodial experience.
2. Knowledge of the safe and effective use of common cleaning equipment.
3. Ability to use simple math and dilution ratios to properly dilute concentrated chemicals.
4. Ability to work independently.

 Essential Job Functions
1. Sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs, floor surfaces.
2. Dusts, washes, various fixtures and surfaces.
3. Cleans and disinfects restroom toilet bowls, sinks, walls, etc.
4. Assists in securing the facility before exiting, including turning out lights and locking doors and windows.
5. Watches the building to help prevent vandalism or damage.
6. Reports needed repairs to facility fixtures or custodial equipment to supervisor.
7. Operates electrical custodial equipment safely and effectively and cleans this equipment after use.
8. Safely and effectively works with different chemicals such as detergents, disinfectants, and sanitizers.
9. Cleans carpeting by various methods such as bonnet, extraction, etc. Spot cleans carpets as necessary.
10. Performs heavy lifting while moving equipment, chemicals, furniture, etc., as necessary.
11. Maintains school grounds by removing trash from the school grounds as needed.
12. Clears building sidewalks by sweeping and/or removing snow for activities/evening access. 

 Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The use of a backpack style vacuum cleaner is required. 

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Alternative Site Cafeteria Manager I

JobID: 22131

Position Type:
  Food Service/Alternative Site Cafeteria Manager I


Date Posted:
  1/29/2026


Location:
  WHALEY SCHOOL               


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 7 hours per day
FTE: 0.875, Full Time
Salary: K-7, $19.56 to $20.58 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The Alternative Site Cafeteria Manager I performs daily tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and according to food safety guidelines. This position prepares and serves two types of food service, namely elementary pre-plate and secondary open food service. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Two years of responsible experience in a large-scale food service operation including food preparation, proper food handling, and food safety and sanitation.
3. Proficiency in and experience cashiering and working with Microsoft Office.
4. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
5. Must attend the eight-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety class and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. One year of supervisory experience, to include planning and directing employees' daily work schedule and tasks.
2. Evidence of work experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities.
3. Experience working with food service point of sale and inventory management systems.
4. Previous food service experience as food service manager.

Essential Job Functions
1. Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office.
2. Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements.
3. Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements.
4. Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained.
5. Responsible for two types of food service (serving and preparing), namely elementary school pre-plate and middle/secondary open food service.
6. Performs daily routine tasks to insure that lunches are prepared on schedule for the estimated number of students.
7. Confirms that proper food serving techniques and portion controls are maintained.
8. Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff when applicable.
9. Adheres all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures.
10. Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor.
11. Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor.
12. Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements.
13. Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
14. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants.
15. Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed.
16. Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed.
17. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Elementary School Cafeteria Manager II

JobID: 22038

Position Type:
  Food Service/Elementary School Cafeteria Manager II


Date Posted:
  12/18/2025


Location:
  RABBIT CREEK ELEMENTARY     


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5 hours per day
FTE: 0.6250, Part Time
Salary: K-7, $19.56 to $20.58 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The Elementary School Cafeteria Manager II performs daily tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and according to food safety guidelines. The manager inspects food deliveries and maintains sanitary conditions in the kitchen, while keeping records of meals provided following state and federal requirements. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. One year of food service experience in the area of general food preparation, proper food handling, food safety, and sanitation.
3. Proficiency in and experience cashiering and working with Microsoft Office.
4. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
5. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. One year of supervisory experience, to include planning and directing employees' daily work schedule and tasks.
2. Evidence of work experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities.
3. Knowledge of pre-plate and centralized food preparation and delivery.
4. Previous food service experience as food service manager.
5. Experience working with food service point of sale and inventory management systems.

Essential Job Functions
1. Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office.
2. Performs tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule for an estimated number of students.
3. Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements.
4. Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor.
5. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants.
6. Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed.
7. Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff.
8. Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained.
9. Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements.
10. Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor.
11. Adheres to all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures.
12. Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements.
13. Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
14. Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed.
15. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Elementary School Cafeteria Manager III

JobID: 22063

Position Type:
  Food Service/Elementary School Cafeteria Manager III


Date Posted:
  1/10/2026


Location:
  BAXTER ELEMENTARY           


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: 1.0, Full Time
Salary: K-8, $19.88 to $20.92 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The ES Cafeteria Manager III performs daily tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and according to food safety guidelines. The manager inspects food deliveries and maintains sanitary conditions in the kitchen, while keeping records of meals provided following state and federal requirements. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. One year of food service experience in the area of general food preparation, proper food handling, food safety, and sanitation.
3. Proficiency in and experience cashiering and working with Microsoft Office.
4. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
5. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. One year of supervisory experience, to include planning and directing employees’ daily work schedule and tasks.
2. Evidence of work experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities.
3. Knowledge of pre-plate and centralized food preparation and delivery.
4. Previous food service experience as food service manager.
5. Experience working with food service point of sale and inventory management systems.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office.
2. Performs tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule for an estimated number of students.
3. Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements.
4. Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor.
5. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants.
6. Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed.
7. Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff.
8. Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained.
9. Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements.
10. Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor.
11. Adheres to all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures.
12. Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements.
13. Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
14. Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed.
15. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Elementary School Cafeteria Manager III

JobID: 22168

Position Type:
  Food Service/Elementary School Cafeteria Manager III


Date Posted:
  2/19/2026


Location:
  SPRING HILL ELEMENTARY


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: 1.0, Full Time
Salary: K-8, $19.88 to $20.92 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The ES Cafeteria Manager III performs daily tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and according to food safety guidelines. The manager inspects food deliveries and maintains sanitary conditions in the kitchen, while keeping records of meals provided following state and federal requirements. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. One year of food service experience in the area of general food preparation, proper food handling, food safety, and sanitation.
3. Proficiency in and experience cashiering and working with Microsoft Office.
4. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
5. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. One year of supervisory experience, to include planning and directing employees' daily work schedule and tasks.
2. Evidence of work experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities.
3. Knowledge of pre-plate and centralized food preparation and delivery.
4. Previous food service experience as food service manager.
5. Experience working with food service point of sale and inventory management systems.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office.
2. Performs tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule for an estimated number of students.
3. Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements.
4. Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor.
5. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants.
6. Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed.
7. Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff.
8. Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained.
9. Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements.
10. Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor.
11. Adheres to all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures.
12. Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements.
13. Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
14. Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed.
15. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Middle School Cafeteria Manager I

JobID: 22245

Position Type:
  Food Service/Middle School Cafeteria Manager I


Date Posted:
  3/6/2026


Location:
  GOLDENVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL     


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 6 hours per day
FTE: .75, Full Time
Salary: K-8, $19.88 to $20.92 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The Middle School Cafeteria Manager I performs daily tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule and according to food safety guidelines. The manager inspects food deliveries and maintains sanitary conditions in the kitchen, while keeping records of meals provided following state and federal requirements. The manager is also responsible for the supervision, evaluation, and training of school cafeteria staff. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Three years of responsible experience in a large-scale food service operation including food preparation, proper food handling, and food safety and sanitation.
3. One year of supervisory experience, to include planning and directing employees' daily work schedule and tasks.
4. Proficiency in and experience cashiering and working with Microsoft Office.
5. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
6. Must attend the eight-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety class and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Evidence of work experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities.
2. Experience working with food service point of sale and inventory management systems.
3. Previous food service experience as food service manager.

Essential Job Functions
1. Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office.
2. Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements.
3. Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements.
4. Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained.
5. Confirms that proper food serving techniques and portion controls are maintained.
6. Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff when applicable.
7. Adheres all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures.
8. Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor.
9. Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor.
10. Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements.
11. Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
12. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants.
13. Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed.
14. Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed.
15. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22243

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/4/2026


Location:
  TUDOR ELEMENTARY             


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5 hours per day
FTE: .6250, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22244

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/4/2026


Location:
  BEGICH MIDDLE SCHOOL         


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: 0.6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22184

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  2/19/2026


Location:
  BARTLETT HIGH SCHOOL


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: .6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22214

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  3/3/2026


Location:
  AK NATIVE CULTURAL CHARTER


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5 hours per day
FTE: .625, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22153

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  2/19/2026


Location:
  ROMIG MIDDLE SCHOOL


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: .6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22155

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  2/19/2026


Location:
  ROMIG MIDDLE SCHOOL


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: .6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22146

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  2/19/2026


Location:
  ROMIG MIDDLE SCHOOL


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: .6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22112

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  1/21/2026


Location:
  TURNAGAIN ELEMENTARY


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5 hours per day
FTE: 0.625, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 22101

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  1/21/2026


Location:
  BETTYE DAVIS EAST HIGH SCHOOL             


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: 0.6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $17.81 to $18.82 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 21797

Position Type:
  Food Service/School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  10/2/2025


Location:
  BETTYE DAVIS EAST HIGH SCHOOL             


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Bargaining Unit: Food Service
Work Year: 9 months per year
Work Day: 5.5 hours per day
FTE: 0.6875, Part Time
Salary: K-1, $15.31 to $16.32 per hour, DOE

Job Summary
The School Cafeteria Assistant assists in preparing and serving meals and supports all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Substitute School Cafeteria Assistant

JobID: 21004

Position Type:
  Food Service/Substitute School Cafeteria Assistant


Date Posted:
  6/9/2025


Location:
  STUDENT NUTRITION/OPERATIONS


Date Available:
  08/01/2025


Closing Date:
  05/20/2026


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Bargaining Unit: Temporary
Work Year: Temporary position
Work Day: Hours vary
FTE: Temporary position
Wage: $17.00 per hour

Job Summary
The Substitute School Cafeteria Assistant fills in for absent employees, assisting in preparing and serving meals and supporting all aspects daily kitchen duties, working independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines. The work location will vary by school need.

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
2. Must be proficient in basic math such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
3. Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position.

The following are preferred:
1. Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures.
2. Previous food service experience.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures.
2. Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines.
3. Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages.
4. Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed.
5. Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables.
6. Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks.
7. Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary.
8. Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Dimond JROTC Instructor

JobID: 22105

Position Type:
  JROTC/JROTC Instructor


Date Posted:
  1/13/2026


Location:
  DIMOND HIGH SCHOOL           


Date Available:
  1/20/2026


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Bargaining Unit: ACE
Work Year: 200 days per year, 12 contract payments
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE

Job Summary
The JROTC instructor provides leadership for the Anchorage School District JROTC program. This position requires a valid Alaska teaching or type M certificate. The position has a retirement association with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).

Job Requirements
The following is required:
1. An Alaska type M teaching certificate.
2.  
   • If the instructor is enlisted, a high school graduate or equivalent based on a state-issued certificate of GED test is required. Preference will be given to college graduates with other qualifications, to the same degree as other applicants.
   • If the instructor is an officer, a bachelor's degree or higher is required. This qualification may be waived for a period of 4 years from the time of initial hire, if Anchorage School District authorities agree, while the instructor works toward obtaining a bachelor's degree.
3. Must meet service requirements and background review for JROTC instructors and be certified as outlined by the appropriate military branch to be considered for a JROTC instructor position.
4. Must have attained the following grade and status:
   • For retired enlisted members E6 to E9 and for retired officers O3 to O6, be retired with at least 20 years of active duty, and must not have been retired from active duty for more than five years at the time of employment.
   • For active duty members SSG and PSG/SFC, have a minimum of five years of active duty service.
   • For the Air Force, have been retired five years or less.
   • For the Army, have been retired for three years or less.
5. Must be of good moral character and have the mentality, positive personality, physical appearance and condition, bearing, and neatness required for favorable representation of the program and the appropriate service (Army, Navy, Air Force) in daily contact with the civilian community.
6. Must have a thorough knowledge of course subject matter and demonstrate the instructional ability required to be a successful instructor to include challenging, motivating, and influencing JROTC students to learn and develop leadership, self-reliance, responsiveness to constituted authority, moral attributes, and attributes of good citizenship and patriotism.
7. Must be a citizen of the United States and not have ties that would reasonably influence him or her to act in favor of a country or a person bound to a foreign country having basic or critical interests opposed to those of the United States.
8. Must possess personal qualities, characteristics, and job or duty performance listed in efficiency reports.
9. Must demonstrate conduct that is and has been above reproach. Must have no personal habits or character traits that are questionable from a security or social standpoint such financial irresponsibility, excessive drinking or gambling, drug addiction, or emotional instability.
10. Must have no record of conviction or court-martial, no record of time lost to be made good under 10 USC 972, and no record of civil convictions. Exceptions may be made for minor offenses. AR 601-210 will be used as a guide for this purpose.
11. Must have been discharged under honorable conditions from all previous enlistments and prior service, if any, prior to employment; does not preclude those on active duty within one year of retirement from applying. Current service of active duty members, to whom discharge from present status is not applicable, must be honorable.
12. For those personnel tested in Aptitude Area GT, must have obtained a score of 100 or better.
13. Before initial employment, must meet retention medical fitness standards of chapter 3, AR 40-501 with a minimum of 1 in the S factor of the physical profile. See (1) (a) above. For continued employment, meet the physical requirements of the school where employed. The tables of weight described in AR 40-501 will apply for both initial and continued employment.
14. Must have a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) prior to employment or reemployment if more than one year has lapsed since last military service of federal civilian employment.
15. Must have favorable NAC report just before initial employment. Have favorable NAC reports every fifth year after that.
16. JROTC instructors employed by the Anchorage School District must maintain standards and have qualifications that are established and approved by the district.

Application Process
Apply following the appropriate Cadet Command procedures:
• For Army: http://www.usarmyjrotc.com/employment
• For Navy: http://www.njrotc.navy.mil/instructor/instructor_index.html
• For Air Force: http://www.airuniversity.af.mil/Holm-Center/AFJROTC/

Essential Job Functions
1. Maintains competency in JROTC instruction.
2. Employs diagnostic methods to accommodate and identify student proficiency levels and subsequently plans short- and long-range programs designed to accommodate these identified needs.
3. Establishes a physical, emotional, and intellectual climate conducive to the teaching/learning process.
4. Uses effective teaching methods for the achievement of desired objectives.
5. Employs a variety of methods and materials which will motivate the JROTC student to earn and seek additional learning experiences.
6. Provides leadership in the establishment of positive relationships between students and between students and teachers.
7. Selects, develops, and employs appropriate evaluation techniques to assess student progress and instructional effectiveness.
8. Assists students in accepting and practicing standards of good decorum.
9. Promotes harmonious and cooperative relationships with staff, parents, and the community.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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JROTC Instructor

JobID: 22058

Position Type:
  JROTC/JROTC Instructor


Date Posted:
  12/30/2025


Location:
  BARTLETT HIGH SCHOOL


Date Available:
  08/14/2026


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Bargaining Unit: ACE
Work Year: 200 days per year, 12 contract payments
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE

Job Summary
The JROTC instructor provides leadership for the Anchorage School District JROTC program. This position requires a valid Alaska teaching or type M certificate. The position has a retirement association with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).

Job Requirements
The following is required:
1. An Alaska type M teaching certificate.
2.  
   • If the instructor is enlisted, a high school graduate or equivalent based on a state-issued certificate of GED test is required. Preference will be given to college graduates with other qualifications, to the same degree as other applicants.
   • If the instructor is an officer, a bachelor's degree or higher is required. This qualification may be waived for a period of 4 years from the time of initial hire, if Anchorage School District authorities agree, while the instructor works toward obtaining a bachelor's degree.
3. Must meet service requirements and background review for JROTC instructors and be certified as outlined by the appropriate military branch to be considered for a JROTC instructor position.
4. Must have attained the following grade and status:
   • For retired enlisted members E6 to E9 and for retired officers O3 to O6, be retired with at least 20 years of active duty, and must not have been retired from active duty for more than five years at the time of employment.
   • For active duty members SSG and PSG/SFC, have a minimum of five years of active duty service.
   • For the Air Force, have been retired five years or less.
   • For the Army, have been retired for three years or less.
5. Must be of good moral character and have the mentality, positive personality, physical appearance and condition, bearing, and neatness required for favorable representation of the program and the appropriate service (Army, Navy, Air Force) in daily contact with the civilian community.
6. Must have a thorough knowledge of course subject matter and demonstrate the instructional ability required to be a successful instructor to include challenging, motivating, and influencing JROTC students to learn and develop leadership, self-reliance, responsiveness to constituted authority, moral attributes, and attributes of good citizenship and patriotism.
7. Must be a citizen of the United States and not have ties that would reasonably influence him or her to act in favor of a country or a person bound to a foreign country having basic or critical interests opposed to those of the United States.
8. Must possess personal qualities, characteristics, and job or duty performance listed in efficiency reports.
9. Must demonstrate conduct that is and has been above reproach. Must have no personal habits or character traits that are questionable from a security or social standpoint such financial irresponsibility, excessive drinking or gambling, drug addiction, or emotional instability.
10. Must have no record of conviction or court-martial, no record of time lost to be made good under 10 USC 972, and no record of civil convictions. Exceptions may be made for minor offenses. AR 601-210 will be used as a guide for this purpose.
11. Must have been discharged under honorable conditions from all previous enlistments and prior service, if any, prior to employment; does not preclude those on active duty within one year of retirement from applying. Current service of active duty members, to whom discharge from present status is not applicable, must be honorable.
12. For those personnel tested in Aptitude Area GT, must have obtained a score of 100 or better.
13. Before initial employment, must meet retention medical fitness standards of chapter 3, AR 40-501 with a minimum of 1 in the S factor of the physical profile. See (1) (a) above. For continued employment, meet the physical requirements of the school where employed. The tables of weight described in AR 40-501 will apply for both initial and continued employment.
14. Must have a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) prior to employment or reemployment if more than one year has lapsed since last military service of federal civilian employment.
15. Must have favorable NAC report just before initial employment. Have favorable NAC reports every fifth year after that.
16. JROTC instructors employed by the Anchorage School District must maintain standards and have qualifications that are established and approved by the district.

Application Process
Apply following the appropriate Cadet Command procedures:
• For Army: http://www.usarmyjrotc.com/employment
• For Navy: http://www.njrotc.navy.mil/instructor/instructor_index.html
• For Air Force: http://www.airuniversity.af.mil/Holm-Center/AFJROTC/

Essential Job Functions
1. Maintains competency in JROTC instruction.
2. Employs diagnostic methods to accommodate and identify student proficiency levels and subsequently plans short- and long-range programs designed to accommodate these identified needs.
3. Establishes a physical, emotional, and intellectual climate conducive to the teaching/learning process.
4. Uses effective teaching methods for the achievement of desired objectives.
5. Employs a variety of methods and materials which will motivate the JROTC student to earn and seek additional learning experiences.
6. Provides leadership in the establishment of positive relationships between students and between students and teachers.
7. Selects, develops, and employs appropriate evaluation techniques to assess student progress and instructional effectiveness.
8. Assists students in accepting and practicing standards of good decorum.
9. Promotes harmonious and cooperative relationships with staff, parents, and the community.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Automotive Service Technician Bus

JobID: 21838

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Automotive Service Technician Bus


Date Posted:
  10/17/2025


Location:
  TRANSPORTATION               


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-7, $26.47 to $30.74 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The Automotive Service Technician Bus performs maintenance and repair of Anchorage School District school buses and other vehicles. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Two years of diversified diesel/gasoline engine service and repair work on motorized equipment. Job history must reflect minimum requirements and evidence the ability to perform tasks assigned.
3. Must obtain a valid Alaska commercial driver’s license for group-A type vehicles within 6 months of hire. Vehicle group as established by Federal Highway Administration section 383.91.
4. The Anchorage School District requires that applicants who are given a conditional offer of initial employment for this position must successfully pass a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment before they can be placed into the position. Click here to view the requirements for the physical capacities assessment for this position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Experience operating a school bus for diagnostic problems and vehicle transfers.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Makes safe use of standard tools, methods, and equipment used in the tuning, repair, and servicing of automotive equipment such as school buses, trucks, and other support equipment.
2. Performs tune-ups as needed on ASD school buses and support vehicles.
3. Performs routine and preventative maintenance including oil and filter changes, lubrication, changing or servicing air cleaners, servicing battery, repairing or replacing tires and brakes, 121 air systems, electrical systems, checking all fluid levels in the radiator, transmission differential, power steering, and windshield washing reservoir, etc, on school buses and other district vehicles.
4. Performs routine inspections and repairs of ASD buses and other vehicles. Repairs may include but are not limited to issues such as steering wheel, front end, or drive line looseness, brake pedal issues, safety equipment, lights, muffler, or tailpipe problems, broken springs, worn fan belts, chaffed wiring, defective wipers, oil, water, or gas leaks.
5. Diagnoses, removes, repairs, or replaces, if necessary, any and all parts and components including but not limited to engines, transmissions, and differentials.
6. Performs light cutting and welding required to maintain and repair motorized equipment.
7. Reports any defects in equipment to supervisors.
8. Retrieves vehicles, including school buses, and performs field service calls as needed.
9. Maintains cleanliness of vehicles inside and outside and washes and cleans equipment including steam cleaning of engines.
10. Assists with maintenance of yard and shop.
11. Accommodates shifts subject to change.
12. Maintains clear records and writes clear reports as required.
13. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.
 
Physical/Mental Demands
The employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




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Automotive Service Technician Bus

JobID: 21896

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Automotive Service Technician Bus


Date Posted:
  11/5/2025


Location:
  TRANSPORTATION               


Date Available:
  11/17/2025


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-7, $26.47 to $30.74 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The Automotive Service Technician Bus performs maintenance and repair of Anchorage School District school buses and other vehicles. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Two years of diversified diesel/gasoline engine service and repair work on motorized equipment. Job history must reflect minimum requirements and evidence the ability to perform tasks assigned.
3. Must obtain a valid Alaska commercial driver’s license for group-A type vehicles within 6 months of hire. Vehicle group as established by Federal Highway Administration section 383.91.
4. The Anchorage School District requires that applicants who are given a conditional offer of initial employment for this position must successfully pass a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment before they can be placed into the position. Click here to view the requirements for the physical capacities assessment for this position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Experience operating a school bus for diagnostic problems and vehicle transfers.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Makes safe use of standard tools, methods, and equipment used in the tuning, repair, and servicing of automotive equipment such as school buses, trucks, and other support equipment.
2. Performs tune-ups as needed on ASD school buses and support vehicles.
3. Performs routine and preventative maintenance including oil and filter changes, lubrication, changing or servicing air cleaners, servicing battery, repairing or replacing tires and brakes, 121 air systems, electrical systems, checking all fluid levels in the radiator, transmission differential, power steering, and windshield washing reservoir, etc, on school buses and other district vehicles.
4. Performs routine inspections and repairs of ASD buses and other vehicles. Repairs may include but are not limited to issues such as steering wheel, front end, or drive line looseness, brake pedal issues, safety equipment, lights, muffler, or tailpipe problems, broken springs, worn fan belts, chaffed wiring, defective wipers, oil, water, or gas leaks.
5. Diagnoses, removes, repairs, or replaces, if necessary, any and all parts and components including but not limited to engines, transmissions, and differentials.
6. Performs light cutting and welding required to maintain and repair motorized equipment.
7. Reports any defects in equipment to supervisors.
8. Retrieves vehicles, including school buses, and performs field service calls as needed.
9. Maintains cleanliness of vehicles inside and outside and washes and cleans equipment including steam cleaning of engines.
10. Assists with maintenance of yard and shop.
11. Accommodates shifts subject to change.
12. Maintains clear records and writes clear reports as required.
13. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.
 
Physical/Mental Demands
The employee must be able to communicate by oral and written means in an appropriate business manner and have cognitive skills to understand instructions, readily recall facts and details, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with qualified physical or mental disabilities.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, coworkers, and the public. Employees must also have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




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General Maintenance Technician

JobID: 21980

Position Type:
  Maintenance/General Maintenance Technician


Date Posted:
  12/11/2025


Location:
  MAINTENANCE/CP&C


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-6, $26.96 to $31.37 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The General Maintenance Technician helps maintain Anchorage School District facilities through repairs and general maintenance duties. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. A current State of Alaska driver’s license.
3. A State of Alaska Boiler Operator’s Certificate of Fitness 4^th Class within 12 months of hire.
4. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of pneumatic systems and controls.
2. Familiarity with the field of heating and ventilation.
3. Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical systems.
4. Familiarity with grounds maintenance.
5. Familiarity with carpentry maintenance.
6. Ability to perform preventative maintenance.
7. A current hazardous paint certificate.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Works under the direct supervision of a craft Lead, and at times may work independently to interpret and complete work requests.
2. Maintains water or sewer systems, performing tasks such as thawing, unplugging, fixture cleaning, adjustment, and service.
3. Maintains HVAC equipment, performing tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, changing filters, and testing.
4. Maintains and performs minor repairs on buildings, performing tasks such as painting, minor carpentry, minor glass replacement, and minor millwork replacement.
5. Maintains grounds, performing tasks such as lawn seeding and mowing as well as snow plowing, shoveling, and removal.
6. Repairs and installs signs, fences, and playground equipment, and installs and repairs concrete and asphalt surfaces.
7. Reads and accurately follows blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and other detailed technical instruction materials.
8. Schedules preventative and reactive maintenance projects.
9. Makes proficient use of hand or powered tools and equipment as well as appropriate computer applications for various assigned responsibilities.
10. Routinely lifts up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodations, or to lift over 50 pounds with assistance.
11. Routinely works at heights over 20 feet.
12. Complies with and enforces workplace safety regulatory requirements.
13. Works cooperatively with others, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Journeyman Electrician

JobID: 22251

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Journeyman Electrician


Date Posted:
  3/6/2026


Location:
  MAINTENANCE/CP&C


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-9, $35.27 to $40.32 per hour, DOE

The wage above reflects a 115% differential for market rate.

Job Summary
The Journeyman Electrician is responsible for the maintenance of electrical systems within Anchorage School District facilities. The location of the workstation is subject to contract language concerning shift location/bids. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must possess an Alaska journeyman electrician card for commercial wiring.
3. Must obtain an Alaska class B commercial driver's license with a general knowledge endorsement within 6 months of hire.
4. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment.  Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.

The following are preferred:
1. Minimum of four years of experience within the past six years in the field of electrical construction and/or maintenance. Work experience must evidence ability to perform tasks assigned.

Essential Job Functions
1. Wires commercial buildings, runs exposed conduit, and balances electrical panels and systems.
2. Estimates material and labor requirements, interprets and work from plans, prints, specifications, and established maintenance procedures.
3. Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs all types of electrical systems.
4. Repairs appliances including three-phase ovens, dishwashers, steam chefs, warming tables and carts, freezers, and refrigerators.
5. Follows safety procedures appropriate to electrical repair work.
6. Keeps accurate records and writes reports when required.
7. Routinely works at heights over 20 feet.
8. Observes federal, state, and municipal electrical, fire, and building codes.
9. Maintains knowledge of standard electrical and mechanical equipment including, but not limited to three-phase, ground fault, 120/208, 277/480 volt systems, fan motors and controls, compressors, low voltage controls, remote controls, boiler controls, fire alarm shut-down controls, emergency generators, automatic switch gear, and automated electrical control systems.
10. Proficiently uses appropriate computer applications for assigned areas of responsibility.
11. Works cooperatively with others within established maintenance procedures.
12. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Journeyman Plumber

JobID: 21863

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Journeyman Plumber


Date Posted:
  10/22/2025


Location:
  MAINTENANCE/CP&C


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-9, $35.27 to $40.32 per hour, DOE

The wage above reflects a 115% differential for market rate.

Job Summary
The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for the maintenance of plumbing systems within Anchorage School District facilities. The location of the work station is subject to contract language concerning shift location/bids. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Must possess a state of Alaska Journeyman Plumber certificate.
3. Must possess a Municipality of Anchorage Journeyman Plumber certificate.
4. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. A Municipality of Anchorage Backflow Assembly Tester certificate of qualification.
2. A class A treated and untreated small water systems license.
3. If preferred licenses are not held at time of employment, their attainment needs to occur within 12 months.
4. Minimum four years of experience within the past six years in the field of plumbing. Work experience must evidence ability to perform tasks assigned.
 
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic and sanitary fixtures, grades sewer lines, and repairs and replaces piping and components of heating systems.
2. Uses experience and knowledge to perform third class boiler license work.
3. Works with water wells and water distribution.
4. Interprets and work from plans, prints, specifications, and established maintenance procedures.
5. Proficiently uses appropriate computer applications for assigned areas of responsibility.
6. Performs preventive maintenance on plumbing equipment.
7. Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs plumbing systems and installs new and replacement plumbing fixtures.
8. Corrects minor heat problems and makes heat adjustments.
9. Repairs, replaces, and certifies backflow preventers.
10. Orders material as required for assigned work.
11. Cleans pressure vessels as needed.
12. Unplugs sewer lines, lavatories, and water closets.
13. Thaws frozen water and sewer lines.
14. Routinely works at heights over 20 feet.
15. Works within established safety procedures.
16. Understands and carries out both oral and written instructions and writes reports.
17. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Roofer

JobID: 22250

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Roofer


Date Posted:
  3/6/2026


Location:
  MAINTENANCE/CP&C


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-6, $26.96 to $31.37 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The Roofer examines and repairs different types of roofs for the various buildings in the Anchorage School District. The Roofer also works with plans for roof alteration and maintenance. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Minimum of two years of experience within the past four years as a roofer. Work experience must evidence ability to perform tasks assigned.
3. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click here to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.

The following are preferred:
1. Knowledge of the safety procedures appropriate to the roofing and building craft trades.
2. Knowledge of standard practices of the roofing trade including, but not limited to, tools, materials, proper methods and procedures used in IRMA Roofing Systems, hot roofs, built-up roofs and metal roofs.
3. Knowledge of standard practices of the carpentry trade.

Essential Job Functions
1. Troubleshoots and repairs all major roofing systems including asphalt shingles and wood shingles.
2. Uses and maintains both hand and mechanical roofing tools.
3. Under supervision, coordinates and establishes plans and procedures for alterations needed for existing roofing systems.
4. May perform duties such as carpentry and maintenance of doors and related hardware.
5. Interprets and works from plans, prints, specifications, and established maintenance procedures.
6. Writes reports as required.
7. Routinely works at heights over 20 feet.
8. Follows both oral and written instructions.
9. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others, working cooperatively and within established maintenance procedures.

Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.





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Senior Automotive Technician Light Vehicles

JobID: 21940

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Senior Automotive Technician Light Vehicles


Date Posted:
  11/19/2025


Location:
  MAINTENANCE/CP&C


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Bargaining Unit: Maintenance
Work Year: 12 months
Work Day: 10 hours per day/4 days per week
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: M-8, $29.60 to $34.03 per hour, DOE


Job Summary
The Senior Automotive Technician for Light Vehicles performs maintenance, diagnoses mechanical problems, and repairs motorized/mechanical equipment and vehicles for the Anchorage School District. Maintenance employees work a 4/10 schedule with weekends and holidays off. The Anchorage School District offers paid leave and a very competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA and life insurance. This position has a retirement association with the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).
 
Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Work experience troubleshooting, analyzing and repairing computer and mechanical problems on sedans, buses, trucks, mowers, tractors, and other light and light medium duty vehicles.
3. Must acquire one Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in either automotive or medium/heavy truck repair within the probationary period and one additional certification within 12 months of hire.
4. Must obtain an Alaska class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of hire. Must complete the general knowledge test within 14 days of hire.
5. The Anchorage School District requires that the selected applicant for this position be given a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successfully passing a post offer/pre-employment physical capacities assessment. Click to view the physical capacities assessment requirements for this position.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Minimum of four years of experience within the last six in the form of a mid-range mechanic. Job history must reflect minimum requirements and evidence the ability to perform tasks assigned.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems and defects in both motorized and non-motorized equipment.
2. Diagnoses and repairs mechanical and electronic systems on early and late model vehicles.
3. Rebuilds engines, transmissions, differentials, carburetors, fuel pumps, starters, alternators, and all systems associated with automotive repair.
4. Repairs small engines and power tools.
5. Performs tire and brake repairs, service calls, vehicle retrieval, and road test of vehicles.
6. Performs bodywork, painting, straightening, and the replacement of glass.
7. Performs both gas and electric welding and cutting required in the maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
8. Performs I/M inspections and repairs, preventive maintenance and repair, major mechanical assignments such as repair and overhaul of engines, transmissions, and differentials.
9. Effectively uses proper tools, methods, and materials in the performance of major repairs of engines, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, fuel management, transmission electronics, ABS systems, tune-ups, brakes, wheel bearings, and I/M inspections.
10. Assists with maintenance of yard and shop.
11. Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
12. Writes reports and maintains records of parts and supplies.
13. Works effectively without direct supervision.
14. Works within established safety procedures.
15. Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with staff, vendors and the public.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Temporary Sub Truck Driver/Warehouse Specialist Purchasing

JobID: 14655

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Temp Sub Truck Driver/Warehouse Spec Purchasing


Date Posted:
  8/28/2023


Location:
  WAREHOUSE


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Bargaining Unit: Temporary
Work Year: Temporary, varies
Work Day: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday
Wage: $24.67 per hour


Job Summary
The Temporary Substitute Truck Driver/Warehouse Specialist for Purchasing is responsible for loading all supplies, equipment, and furniture on trucks and making deliveries to units or schools according to a prescribed schedule.

Job Requirements
The following are required:
1. A high school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in a GED program.
2. Minimum of two years of experience in truck driving, delivery, and warehouse work. Work experience must evidence ability to perform tasks assigned.
3. A valid Alaska commercial driver’s license class B and air brake endorsement.
4. A valid pallet jack and forklift certification for standup and sit down types.
5. Knowledge of traffic laws as they apply to the operation of trucks.
6. Ability to load and unload delivery trucks involving use of hand trucks, electric and manual pallet jacks, and on and off power lift gates. Involves extensive walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, stacking, securing of loads, and use of power lift gates.
7. Ability to learn assigned routes and locations on individual delivery schedules.
8. Ability to do manual labor.
9. Ability to operate a forklift and drive trucks in a safe manner.
10. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
 
The following are preferred:
1. Ability to perform minor, non-technical service to trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
2. Ability to learn and maintain working knowledge in all areas of warehouse operations.
3. Working knowledge of computers and programs.
 
Essential Job Functions
1. Loads all supplies, equipment, and furniture on trucks and makes deliveries to units or schools according to a prescribed schedule.
2. Performs all warehouse duties including, but not limited to, receiving using computers, checking in freight, loading of the following for delivery: books, food supplies, equipment, audio-visual equipment, teaching aids, and furniture.
3. Picks up and delivers items on truck transfer requests from one location to another.
4. Processes truck transfer and delivery receipts.
5. Assists in record keeping, shelving, arranging, labeling, sorting of warehouse supplies and archives.
6. Operates standup and sit down forklifts, electrical and manual pallet jacks, hand trucks, single and tandem axle delivery trucks with power lift gates, flatbed trucks with power lift gates, small courier vans, step vans, pickup trucks and specialized warehouse equipment in a safe manner.
 
Physical /Mental Demands
The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.
 
The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.
 
Work Environment
Work is performed in a professional environment with a wide variety of individuals having differing functions, personalities and abilities, including working with diverse groups of people in a variety of different settings.
 
While performing the duties of this job the employee may be regularly exposed to a video display. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Additional Job Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
 
Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.
 
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).
 
This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.
 
The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.




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Eagle River High Area School Based Temporary

JobID: 21061

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/1/2025


Location:
  EAGLE RIVER HIGH AREA: TEMPORARIES


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist students during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00 per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is generally performed in the morning and/or afternoon (before/after school).


Temporary School Attendants: $14.00 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.


The Eagle River area includes the following schools: Alpenglow, Birchwood ABC, Chugiak Elementary, Eagle Academy Charter, Eagle River Elementary, Fire Lake, Homestead, and Ravenwood. 
 



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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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JBER Area School Based Temporary

JobID: 21062

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/1/2025


Location:
  JBER AREA TEMPORARIES


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist sudents during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00 per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is generally performed in the morning and/or afternoon (before/after school).


Temporary School Attendants: $14.00 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.


The JBER area includes the following schools: Aurora, Orion, and Ursa Minor.



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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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West High Area School Based Temporary (25/26SY)

JobID: 20477

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/7/2025


Location:
  WEST HIGH AREA TEMPORARIES


Closing Date:
  05/15/2026


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist sudents during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is morning and/or afternoon (before/after school)



Temporary School Attendants: $11.91 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.


The West High area includes the following schools: Chugach Optional, Denali Montessori, Etheldra Davis Fairview, Government Hill, Inlet View, Lake Hood, North Star, Northwood, Turnagain, and Willow Crest.


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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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Service Area School Based Temporary

JobID: 21235

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/16/2025


Location:
  SERVICE HIGH AREA TEMPORARIES


Date Available:
  08/11/2025


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist sudents during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00 per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is generally performed in the morning and/or afternoon (before/after school).


Temporary School Attendants: $13.00 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.


The Bartlett High area includes the following schools: Begich Middle, Chester Valley, Creekside, Muldoon, Ptarmigan, Scenic Park, and Susitna.
The Dimond High area includes the following schools: Bayshore, Campbell, Chinook, Gladys Wood, Kincaid, and Sand Lake.
The Eagle River area includes the following schools: Alpenglow, Birchwood ABC, Chugiak Elementary, Eagle Academy Charter, Eagle River Elementary, Fire Lake, Homestead, and Ravenwood. 
The Bettye Davis East High area includes the following schools: Airport Heights, Alaska Native Charter, Baxter, College Gate, Highland Academy Charter, Lake Otis, Mountain View, Nunaka Valley, Polaris K-12, Rogers Park, Russian Jack, Tudor, Tyson, Williwaw, and Wonder Park.
The JBER area includes the following schools: Aurora, Orion, and Ursa Minor.
The Service High area includes the following schools:  Bowman, Kasuun, Northern Lights ABC, O'Malley, Rilke Schule, Spring Hill, Taku, and Trailside.
The South High area includes the following schools: Bear Valley, Girdwood K-8, Huffman, Klatt, Ocean View, and Rabbit Creek.
The West High area includes the following schools: Chugach Optional, Denali Montessori, Etheldra Davis Fairview, Government Hill, Inlet View, Lake Hood, North Star, Northwood, Turnagain, and Willow Crest.



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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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South Area School Based Temporary

JobID: 21307

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/22/2025


Location:
  SOUTH HIGH AREA TEMPORARIES


Closing Date:
  05/15/2026


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist sudents during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00 per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is generally performed in the morning and/or afternoon (before/after school).


Temporary School Attendants: $13.00 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.



The South High area includes the following schools: Bear Valley, Girdwood K-8, Huffman, Klatt, Ocean View, and Rabbit Creek.
 


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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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Bettye Davis East High Area School Based Temporary

JobID: 21308

Position Type:
  Noon Duty/Crossing Guard/School Based Temporary


Date Posted:
  7/22/2025


Location:
  BETTYE DAVIS EAST HIGH AREA TEMPORARIES


Closing Date:
  05/15/2026


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Would you like to support your neighborhood schools? Anchorage School District is hiring school based temporary positions. These positions work limited hours and schedules but provide much needed support.

Potential positions are:
Noon Duties: $15.00 per hour
Noon duties supervise and assist sudents during the lunch hour, in hallways, classrooms, and on the playground to ensure safety and observance of school procedures. Work is generally performed between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM.


Crossing Guards: $15.00 per hour
Crossing guards direct and regulate the flow of traffic so that school children can cross the street safely before and after school. Work is generally performed in the morning and/or afternoon (before/after school).


Temporary School Attendants: $13.00 per hour
Temporary school attendants provide support to students and staff as directed by the school principal.



The Bettye Davis East High area includes the following schools: Airport Heights, Alaska Native Charter, Baxter, College Gate, Highland Academy Charter, Lake Otis, Mountain View, Polaris K-12, Rogers Park, Russian Jack, Tudor, Tyson, Williwaw, and Wonder Park.
 


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• Crossing Guard Job Description.pdf
• Noon Duty Job Description.pdf



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