Ojibwe Language and Native American Studies (NAS) Teacher Job at School District

Ojibwe Language and Native American Studies (NAS) Teacher

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Position Purpose

The position provides Ojibwe language instruction in curricular and co-curricular offerings. The successful candidate will continue the development of language assessment tools and program evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Provide Ojibwe Language and cultural instruction directly to students and staff in Bayfield elementary classrooms.
• Work to develop or revise culturally based lessons, activities, games and arts and crafts appropriate to grade level.
• May assist in working with the Red Cliff Tribe including aspects related to language, culture, and traditions.
• Assist in the integration of various aspects of teaching, learning, sharing, etc., the Anishinaabemowin into the classroom, staff Cultural In-Service gathering, and school-sponsored events and activities.
• Assist with other program related projects as directed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Ojibwe language required.
• Ability to provide instruction and supervision of students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Internet, Outlook, G-mail).
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and students with special needs.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions from supervisor, administrators, and to coordinate work with principal teachers and others.
• Ability to describe orally and in writing the services provided by the position.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, families, staff, Tribal Council and others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Licensed Teacher (or ability to become licensed).
• American Indian License (O033); History, Culture, & Tribal Sovereignty; Red Cliff Band Lake Superior Chippewa (9014).
• American Indian License (O032); Language License; Ojibwe (9001).
• OR Any combination of education, licenses, certifications and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.
• Fluent knowledge of Ojibwemoen.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Experience working with children age 5 to 18 years.
• Approved background check.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Work in a standard school building environment.
• Work outdoors in all seasons.

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement fund through the Wisconsin Retirement System
• Long Term Disability
• Sick Leave
• Personal Days
• Paid Holidays

Salary Range

• $43,085 - $87,186 (based on years of licensed teaching experience).

The School District of Bayfield does not discriminate in employment decisions based on age, race, creed, religion, color, disability, handicap, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, arrest record, conviction record, or membership in the National Guard or military forces of the United States, or other protected group status. The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. This job description is intended to comply with the American with Disabilities Act; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.