Broadfield Science Teacher

BROADFIELD SCIENCE TEACHER

Yellowstone Academy
Billings Montana
Full-Time 910 Month Contract
Start Date: August 23rd 2026

ABOUT YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY

Yellowstone Academy (YA) provides a supportive structured and student-centered learning environment focused on academic growth career readiness and character development. YA serves both a residential population of students from throughout the United States and a day school population from surrounding Montana school districts.

We are committed to helping students develop the skills necessary for success in school career and life. Our team emphasizes consistency structure emotional support and meaningful relationships to promote student growth and achievement.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Yellowstone Academy is seeking a qualified Broadfield Science Teacher dedicated to working with a diverse student population in need of consistency structure and emotional support.

The Broadfield Science Teacher will deliver engaging standards-aligned instruction aligned with Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) Science Standards. This position plays a vital role in helping students develop scientific thinking problem-solving skills and an understanding of the natural world through inquiry-based learning and real-world applications.

Classes are intentionally small (up to 10 students) allowing for individualized instruction and meaningful connections. Yellowstone Academy utilizes a relationship-based approach to education supported by strong collaboration among academic residential clinical and support staff. Teachers benefit from consistent staff support and a team-oriented environment focused on student success.

The ideal candidate will collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop lesson plans implement curriculum and monitor student progress. We are looking for an educator who is as passionate about the growth and development of the students in our care as we are.

The successful candidate will maintain a fun interactive classroom environment while also ensuring it is structured organized and conducive to learning.

Because Yellowstone Academy operates year-round summer employment opportunities and additional instructional opportunities for extra compensation are available.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach science courses such as:

• Physical Science
• Earth Science
• Life Science
• Biology
• Environmental Science
• General Science

Align curriculum with Montana OPI Science Standards
Develop engaging inquiry-based lessons that promote critical thinking and scientific reasoning
Incorporate laboratory investigations demonstrations technology and hands-on learning experiences whenever appropriate
Support and monitor students using online learning platforms for credit recovery and elective coursework
Provide academic support and progress monitoring for students completing online courses
Maintain accurate student records and comply with state reporting requirements
Collaborate with academic residential clinical and support staff to support individualized student plans

Required:

• Valid Montana teaching license with appropriate Broadfield Science endorsement (or ability to obtain)
• Strong knowledge of science content and instructional best practices
• Ability to engage and support diverse learners
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Preferred:

• Experience working in alternative residential or specialized educational settings
• Experience with online learning platforms and credit recovery systems
• Experience designing hands-on laboratory and inquiry-based learning activities

KEY COMPETENCIES

Student-centered instructional approach
Ability to provide consistency structure and emotional support
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to connect scientific concepts to real-world applications
Adaptability and collaborative mindset
Commitment to preparing students for postsecondary success and lifelong learning

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary Range: $41890 $83332 (DOE)
Participation in the Montana Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
Health and benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Additional paid opportunities for year-round instruction

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit:

Resume
Montana teaching license (or proof of eligibility)
Three professional references

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For questions about this position please contact:

Keith Tresch
Superintendent Yellowstone Academy
Email:
Phone:

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Please visit the Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch website to learn more about our facility:

Academy offers regular education special education vocational education Title programs and 504 services. YA operates year-round with a traditional school year and a summer school program (additional pay available). Students who complete high school graduation requirements may graduate at the completion of a semester.