Early Head Start Child Care Teacher

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa
5344 Lakeshore Drive Nett Lake MN, 55772 218-757-3261/1-800-221-8129

EARLY HEAD START CHILD CARE TEACHER

Opens: February 25, 2025
Closes: March 10, 2025

Department: 477 Program/Early Childhood Programs Reports to (title): Early Head Start Child Care Center
Manager

Job Code: N-9
N-11
N-12
Dependent Upon Education

Job Location: Bois Forte Head Start– Nett Lake

Pay Range: Min: $16.06 Mid: $20.07 Max: $24.09
Min: $18.04 Mid: $22.55 Max: $27.07
Min: $19.13 Mid: $23.91 Max: $28.69
Dependent Upon Education

Supervises: None

Hours/week: 40 Classification: Non-Exempt

Type of Position: Full-Time Effective Date: 02/12/2025

Indian Child Protection
Background:

Yes Revised Date: 02/12/2025

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa are expected to conform to the
following:

• Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent.

• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the tribal government (may also be referred to as “Band”).

• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner with employees, community, visitors, and vendors.

• Comply with Bois Forte Band of Chippewa policies and procedures.

• Display respect and understanding of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa traditions and values.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Early Head Start Child Care Teacher will implement the Early Head Start Education Plan and provide a full range of early
childhood services through curriculum, meet the Performance Standards, including mental and physical health and safety,
culture, and nutrition activities. They will develop individualized education plans for all children, taking into account the
information from staffing, on-going assessments and outcomes done with each child, as well as utilizing parental input and will
implement a full range of early childhood activities, including play, learning, mealtimes, and diapering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop individualized learning plans for each child based on staffing, on-going assessments, and outcome information.
2. Utilize developmentally appropriate practices and guidance, assisting children in learning skills necessary to negotiate,

problem solving, care for themselves, be responsible for materials and work through difficulties.
3. Identify and refer to children with behavioral and developmental concerns. Effectively mainstream children with special

needs.
4. Prepare and implement lesson plans that assist children in developing appropriate social skills and stimulate learning.

5. Ensure and documents two-way communication between center, parents, staff, and supervisors.
6. Support parents and encourage parent participation in the program.
7. Attend training pertinent to job duties, according to staff development plan.
8. Complete parent and classroom in-kind sheets monthly and submit other reports as required.
9. Know and implement the Performance Standards.
10. Create and maintain an interesting and orderly physical environment conducive to the optimal growth and

development of children.
11. Complete monthly program records and reports, as necessary.
12. Create an accepting and nurturing atmosphere for children.
13. Actively participate in floor activities with children.
14. Complete meal records at point of service.
15. Work as part of a team.
16. Attend staff meetings and related planning sessions.
17. Maintain CPR and First Aid certifications and completes physical including a TB test upon hire and annually thereafter.
18. Maintain confidentiality and adheres to the Program Code of Ethics and adhere to Program Handbooks.
19. Adhere to the requirements of a mandated reporter; submit reports and reports child maltreatment in accordance

with the Tribal, State and Federal mandated reporting law requirements.
20. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable

procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.
21. Performs other duties as required by the regulations, policies, and procedures of the program or as assigned by the

Supervisor.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: • One year of experience working with children in a classroom setting.

Education: • High School Diploma.

License/Certification: • Child Development Associate (CDA) per Section 645(h)(1) of the Head Start Act or obtain
within one year of employment.

• CPR and First Aid.

Mandatory Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities and
Other Qualifications:

• Must be physically, mentally, and emotionally able to work with children ages 6 weeks to 3 ½

• Experience working with children in a classroom setting.

• Strong organization and planning abilities.

• Able to lift 50 pounds.

• Able to maintain effective work relationships with staff, parents, and the community.

• Must have knowledge of values, lifestyles and culture of Ojibwe people, and ability to work in

• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software and appropriate

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Child Development Associate (CDA) or Administration of Early Childhood Programs.

• Experience or background in Native American Programs.

• Current or former Head Start parent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment: Office conditions: the work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an
employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions
exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Limited overnight
travel may be required from time to time.
Outdoor conditions: the work environment characteristics described here are representative to those
an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. The physical environment
requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid
conditions. Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear and perform repetitive
motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in
transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing
are essential to communicate with the community, visitors, employees, and vendors.

Mental demands: There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle
frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various
issues.

TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa has implemented a Tribal and Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy,
applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are enrolled members of the Bois
Forte Band of Chippewa Tribe will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. Members of other
federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference for hiring and employment after providing proof of tribal
membership. Tribal and Indian preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality: All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position may
have access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate
termination.

Background
Investigation:

This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check
and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a 101-630
background check in an effort to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 “Indian Child Protection
and Family Violence Prevention Act.” Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required
background checks to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning
employment and will be subject to random drug testing.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING APPLIES. INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY. UPON PRESENTATION OF DD-214 WHICH
REFLECTS HONORABLE DISCHARGE, APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS. Please visit our
website at www.boisforte.com to complete an application. Applications are accepted via: Fax, Email, U.S. Mail, and In
Person. Submit applications to: Human Resources Specialist 5344 Lakeshore Drive, Nett Lake, MN 55772, Fax: 218-757-
6781, hrgeneralist@boisforte-nsn.gov Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.