Helena School District #1 has the highest paying salary matrix in Montana with starting salary of over $35,040/yr and maximum salary of over $73,173/yr with annual step advancements. Stipends of $2,000 per year for a master's degree and/or national board certification. Previous teaching experience is recognized on salary matrix.
Cafeteria Benefit Plan
The school district provides over $591 per month tax-free to use for selection of the following: Health Insurance (two different plans to choose from), Life Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Tax Sheltered Annuities (403 B's), and Section 125 savings plan for (Child or Dependant care and Medical reimbursements) any remaining cafeteria benefit dollars may be taken as cash. Long-term care insurance is also available as an after tax benefit option.
Mentoring Program for New Educators
The mentor program provides support and training to new educators by matching them with a master mentor who has been teaching for five or more years. The program goals include;
enhancing teaching performance and student learning
easing the transition into teaching and the district
assisting and retaining qualified educators
creating a collegial education environment
Montana Teacher Retirement System
Full retirement after 25 years and vesting after 5 years and a myriad of supplemental tax deffered retirement plans (403 B's). District retirement benefit for 20 or more years of district service.
Fifteen Days of Leave Per Year
Five days can be used for personal leave, the balance is available for sick leave. The remaining leave can be converted to cash at the end of the year, or have all remaining leave accumulate in a personal sick leave reserve which allows unlimited accumulation with payout at retirement.
Professional Development
Opportunities with travel and tuition reimbursement. Sabbatical leave available after four years of district experience.
Extra-Curricular
Opportunities for extra-curricular, coaching or activity supplemental contracts.
Progressive District
Opportunity to work in a progressive district that emphasizes professional development and collegiality of educators for the purpose of achieving success for all students.
