Secondary Math Teacher

About Timberline Schools

Timberline School is a small K-12 school serving the communities of Fraser, Weippe, Pierce, Cardiff, and Headquarters; collectively known as “the hilltop.” The community is very rural and offers great outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, hiking, ATV riding, camping, skiing, and more. We focus on student leadership utilizing The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and develop students’ leadership potential from Kindergarten all the way through high school, and have low student-to-teacher ratios and opportunities for involvement in extracurricular activities.

Position Overview

Timberline Schools is seeking a qualified and dedicated Secondary Math Teacher to join our faculty. This position involves instructing students in grades 9–12, with specific course assignments based on candidate expertise and departmental needs. The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering a rigorous learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether in higher education or the workforce. Beyond the core math curriculum, we are highly interested in candidates with the versatility or endorsement to lead elective courses. There are opportunities to shape our elective offerings in areas such as Career and Technical Education (CTE), Business, Computer Science, or Spanish, depending on the qualifications and interests of the teacher.

Qualifications

●Idaho teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement(s). Note: We welcome candidates pursuing Alternative Authorization paths to certification. If you have a strong math background and are eligible for an Idaho alternative route, we encourage you to apply.

●Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management

●Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods

●Strong background in curriculum and the Idaho Core Standards

●Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction

●Ability to maintain a positive learning environment

●Work well with students, staff, and the public

●Excellent organizational skills

●Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

●Able to work under deadlines

●Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

●Demonstrate consistent, daily attendance and punctuality. We believe that student achievement is directly tied to the consistency of instruction and the stability of the classroom environment

●Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening

Salary Contingent based on education and experience.

Certified Salary Schedule range: $50,252 - $78,437

https://orofinojsd171.schoolinsites.com/salaryschedules

Benefits

• Employee medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage paid 100% by the district. Family benefits paid at 80% coverage.
• $20,000 employee life insurance and $2,000 dependent life insurance paid by the district.
• Eligible for PERSI retirement.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Start Date: August 19, 2026

Schedule: Four-day school week with periodic Friday work days

Direct Inquiries: Cori Pinque, Principal: 208-435-4411 or pinquec@jsd171.org

Applications Available: https://orofinojsd171.schoolinsites.com/employmentopportunities (select Certified Application)

Email- hr@jsd171.org Central Office- 1145 Riverside Ave. Orofino, ID 83544

Please return application materials to Human Resources- hr@jsd171.org

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,252.00 - $78,437.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person