Meskwaki Settlement School

JOB TITLE: Meskwaki Language Teacher Substitute (On-call)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shall be responsible for the daily operation, development, and implementation of the Meskwaki Language/Culture in the classroom, including teaching traditional Meskwaki values and related areas.
• Plan and organize the learning activities of the class with due regard to the individual differences and needs of the students.
• Maintain order in the classroom and school premises, consistent with the Meskwaki Settlement School PBIS guidelines.
• Prepare unit plans and lessons for the class, in accordance with the Meskwaki Language & Culture Curriculum.
• Evaluate each child's progress and plan instructional methods accordingly.
• Maintain all necessary records and enter grades for each student quarterly and at the end of each semester.
• Develop and maintain a positive learning environment for the utmost learning of each student.
• Attend student conferences and report regularly to the parent/guardian in regard to their child's progress, as needed.
• Work with general education teachers to incorporate Meskwaki Language & Culture into general education units and lessons.
• Attend all required staff meetings and professional development as directed by the Administration.
• Sign up for and carry out duties for extra-curricular events.
• Plan and assist with Language/Cultural activities through the school year.
• Establish and maintain favorable relationships with tribal and local community groups.
• Encourage the use of the Meskwaki language school-wide
• Comply with all employment-related policies, including but not limited to, the Staff Handbook.
• On a continuous basis, work with Language Staff members on materials and methods to continually improve the learning opportunities of all children.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Prefer AA Degree or equivalent post-secondary education.
• Prefer the ability to speak, read and/or write Meskwaki Language fluently.
• Working knowledge of the Meskwaki Language/Culture
• Must pass a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630, Public Law 101- 647, and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY:

• Salary is dependent on qualifications.

SUPERVISION:

• Will be under the direct supervision of the Language Coordinator.

Applicants will be required to submit to a background check and to a pre-employment drug test.