Townsend School Job Vacancies: December 4, 2024 

Internal Opening:

  • Elementary Office Aide 

External Openings:

Job Title: Superintendent of Schools 2025-2026

We are seeking a visionary and passionate leader to guide our district into the future. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of K12 education, a collaborative leadership style, and a strong commitment to student success.

Townsend K12 School District has two superintendent openings! One is for an interim superintendent, effective immediately, and the other is for the 2025-2026 school year, effective July 1st. We encourage candidates to apply for both positions. Applications are accepted at any time.

For more details, visit our superintendent employment postings: 2025- 2026 superintendent.

●  HS Assistant Track Coach 

●  Paraprofessionals: The Townsend School District needs high school paraprofessionals. Duties include instructional and SPED para work, lunch duty, and more. 

●  Activity bus drivers: Bus drivers with a passenger CDL to drive students to sports and activities this school year. 

●  Substitute Teachers and Staff: Please sign up for any positions you can help us in this school year. 

Contact:  Superintendent, Susie Hedalen   shedalen@townsend.k12.mt.us  406-441-3454
Administrative Assistant, Donna Cutshaw dcutshaw@townsend.k12.mt.us 406-441-3430


Job applications are listed below:

Click the following for a Classified application:

Click for the following for a Certified application:

A Certified Application is for a teaching position only, please use the Classified Application for any other positions)

A completed Certified Application packet contains the following:

  • Letter of Application

  • District Application

  • Resume

  • Three to Five Recent Letters of Reference

  • Copy of Montana Educator License with proper endorsement for the position

  • Copy of College Transcripts (certified needed upon hire)

Application packets may be mailed to:

Townsend School District #1
Susie Hedalen, Superintendent
201 North Spruce Street
Townsend, MT 59644
Phone (406) 441-3454
Main Switchboard (406) 441-3430
Fax (406) 441-3457