Elementary Specialist

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: PROMISE NEIGHBORHOODS ELEMENTARY (K-5) SPECIALIST

One (1)Full-time, three-year grant funded Non-exempt position

LOCATION: Niiwin Akeaa Community Center and Local Schools

SUPERVISORY CONTROL: PN Project Coordinator

SALARY: Garde 6 w/o Associate’s degree (minimum starting wage = $18.40/hour)

Grade 7 w/Associate’s degree (minimum starting wage = $19.47/hour)

SUMMARY:

This position is part of a team tasked with developing a complete continuum of cradle-to-career solutions of both educational programs and family and community supports, including local schools. The vision of the program is that all children and youth growing up in Promise Neighborhoods have access to great schools and strong systems of family and community support that will prepare them to attain an excellent education and successfully transition to college and a career. The purpose of Promise Neighborhoods is to significantly improve the educational and developmental outcomes of children and youth in our community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Associates Degree in Native American Studies, Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field.

OR

· High School Diploma, GED, or Certificate of completion required. Additionally, must have completed 12 college credits and 2 years of education and/or experience in the required degree fields. Must successfully complete an Associate’s Degree within three (3) years of the hire date. Must provide documentation to the Personnel department of enrollment and completion.

· Must have one year of experience working with children ages 5-10.

· Knowledge of Native American issues and culture, particularly as they relate to the educational process required.

· Ability to work effectively within KBIC, local schools, and in a school setting.

· Ability to build and maintain relationships with KBIC departments, schools, families, and community partners.

· Possess solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management.

· Possess strong oral and written communication skills.

· Must have experience with Microsoft Office programs.

· Must have experience conducting assessments.

· Knowledge of Ojibwe language and traditions, preferred.

· Classroom teaching experience, preferred.

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

· Must be CPR and First Aid certified, or must obtain within 90 days from date of hire.

· Be willing and able to travel as required for the position.

· Must be willing to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

· Must be able to obtain a satisfactory clearance under the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Background Investigations Policy.

· Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid unrestricted Driver’s License, be insurable to operate KBIC fleet vehicles. Must obtain a Chauffer license within six (6) weeks of hire.

· Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, pre-employment physical, and drug testing.

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Preference will be given to qualified individuals of American Indian descent.

VETERAN PREFERENCE: Preference will also be given to Veterans who do not have bad behavior or

dishonorable discharges (need DD214).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Become familiar with Promise Neighborhood (PN) project goals, objectives, lesson plans and materials.

2. Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate agencies and organizations that form a network of elementary partners and supports.

3. Regularly meet with partners, including administrators and elementary teachers.

4. Collaborate with partners toward the goal of increased proficiency in academics and preparedness toward middle-school education.

5. Develop and implement curricula and activities that support proficiency in academics.

6. Organize and assist with the inclusion of Ojibwe language, history, and culture into partner classrooms.

7. Assist with the creation, organization, and implementation of a elementary to middle-school bridge program.

8. Develop relationships and work with participating students and families to support transitions to middle-school education.

9. Develop, conduct, and implement assessments that measure effectiveness of PN and KBIC programs.

10. Plan, implement, and participate in programming and outreach strategies.

11. Assist with the organization and implementation of family supports and activities.

12. Assist with transportation for events and activities.

13. Maintain a calendar of activities for elementary-school-aged students and families that promote increased education.

14. Identify and introduce KBIC programs and supports that may be available to elementary-school classrooms and families.

15. Collect student and program data for assessment and statistical purposes.

16. Work closely with Data Specialist to analyze data.

17. Perform basic clerical duties including, but not limited to word processing, filing, and copying.

18. Prepare monthly reports, attendance records, and travel reports, if applicable.

19. Participate in travel and training, as assigned.

20. Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.47 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19