Academic and Cultural Support Specialist

Job Title: Academic and Cultural Support Specialist

Department: Student Engagement Programs

Reports To: Lead Region Specialist

Compensation: $50,000-$55,000

TRS Classification: Non-Classified

Summary:

This hybrid position is based in the Tulsa Logan office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with remote work on the remaining days.

The Academic and Cultural Support Specialist works in close collaboration with the Native American Programs team to support the academic achievement and cultural engagement of Native American students enrolled in the Title VI Indian Education Program. The role is designed to provide holistic and responsive support, addressing both academic needs and cultural identity development to foster student success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Direct liaison to Native students and families located in Tulsa County.
• Assist in operating the Native American student organization Indigenous Endeavor, which is a STEAM organization.
• Provide cultural and academic resources for staff, families, teachers, and classrooms that pertain to our Native American students and broaden their educational experience to develop an understanding of the various geographic, cultural, gender, ethnic, racial, and traditions.
• Responsible for helping to plan various events for the Native American Programs Department.
• Responsible for organizing and checking in/out various books, study materials, and cultural items for students and teachers.
• Host study hall and homework assistance for students.
• Present recommendations to the coordinator regarding events that the school can participate in or organize that recognize and celebrate Native American culture.
• Assist Coordinator with Awareness/Honoring Months regarding Native Americans
• Able and willing to collaborate with the internal team to further parent education through work with Epic staff
• Develop strategies to engage parents in learning opportunities focusing mainly on the Native American community
• Provides educational planning, cultural advocacy, and guidance to appropriate professionals and student service offices for Native American students
• Assists Prek-12 grade teachers and students with Native American cultural workshops to create awareness of cultural identity and heritage
• Increases visibility and district awareness of current events relevant to Native American issues through planning events, forums, conferences, and collaborations
• Collaborate with colleagues in developing comprehensive and integrated efforts to support Native American/Indigenous students and language revitalization

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities at this time.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Classroom or professional development experience preferred.
• Experience working with Native American students, tribes, and tribal organizations

Qualifications

• Willing to work independently and as a team
• Willing to adapt and be flexible to meet the changing professional development needs of the organization
• Able to communicate effectively across all departments
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to present effectively and persuasively. Good negotiating skills.
• Relationship-building and relationship-management skills
• Excellent organization, project management, and time management skills
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently, and be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Must possess a professional and friendly attitude and be able to quickly develop a rapport with stakeholders over the phone and in-person
• Ability to learn and navigate new software quickly
• Strong attention to detail, dependability, and follow-through
• Resolve issues and conflicts
• Passionate commitment to the mission of school choice

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret internal communications, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from families or members of the business community.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and coworkers, both verbally and in writing.

Mathematical Skills

Basic math skills required

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills (required.) Computer proficiency in Windows, Zoom, Microsoft Office, and Google Tools required. Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current driver's license
• Valid car insurance

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made
• Must have favorable employment references

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The person in this position reports to the administrative office in Tulsa. Meetings in public places are required. The noise level is usually quiet to moderately loud (when students are present.)

Epic Charter Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For reasonable accommodations of a disability during the hiring process, please email Epic.hr@epiccharterschools.org. Someone will call you to discuss further.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tulsa, OK 74146

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000