DISTRICT: Indigenous Education Coordinator 8.0 hrs/day

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Affiliated Support Staff (NA)
Status: School-Year, Full-Time (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

Reports to: Chief Academic Officer-Elementary

Budgeted Days: 200 days 9 paid holidays (School Year assignment)

This position is housed at Traverse City High School; however, the program services all buildings in the district.

Master Agreement

NA - Benefits Summary

General Summary:

The Title VI/Indigenous Education Coordinator is responsible for providing Native American cultural support and education for Traverse City Public Schools. This position also works with Native American and Alaskan Native students throughout the district on cultural and academic needs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides supervision and evaluation of Title VI, Indigenous Education Program Staff at elementary, middle, and high school levels. 
2. Provides recommendations for program/operational changes.
3. Prepares and helps facilitate all Indigenous Education Parent Committee Meetings throughout the school year.
4. Prepares and facilitates the Indigenous Education Annual Public Meeting.
5. Compiles data and conducts presentations to TCAPS staff and the Indigenous Education Parent Committee.
6. Provides Title VI, Indigenous Education Program grant oversight.
7. Maintains records, necessary for grant compliance.
8. Writes grants and creates reports as requested.
9. Prepares and monitors program budget.
10. Oversees annual cultural sensitivity/professional development training for Indigenous Education staff.
11. Prepares and facilitates cultural sensitivity training to TCAPS staff as requested.
12. Coordinates cultural workshops and activities at individual schools within TCAPS.
13. Coordinates school-wide cultural presentations at various TCAPS sites throughout the year.
14. Arranges guest speakers for TCAPS staff as requested.
15. Serve as a Native American student/family advocate with other community partners.
16. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and Abilities Required:

1. College degree and/or previous relevant work experience required.
2. Minimum of two years work experience with Native American students preferred.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of community resources.
4. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to work independently and assume leadership roles.
6. Demonstrated ability to work with business and community.
7. Ability to plan and facilitate professional and personal development activities with groups and individuals.

Salary : $21