K-8 Teacher

Elementary Education Teacher

Implements instruction in basic concepts of elementary education within the scope of sequence of the Tribal School's education program in an effective and efficient manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teams with other teachers in order to provide for unique needs of elementary grade students.
• Effectively applies portfolio assessment measurements in a qualitative and quantitative manner to determine student progress utilizing portfolio.
• Responsible for effectively mainstreaming students enrolled in special education services.
• Responsible to teach skills and knowledge to each student assigned enabling them to reach their fullest educational, physical, cultural, emotional and social potential, utilizing courses of study adopted by the Tribal School Board and other appropriate learning activities.
• Responsible for annual first day of school inventory and end of year inventory.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining standards of pupil behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions, consistent with and respective of the Tribal School mission, purpose, philosophy and discipline policies.
• Accepts and performs a fair share of the responsibilities necessary for the operation and progress of the school.
• Evaluates each pupil's growth in knowledge and skills and assesses the accomplishments on a regular basis and proves progress reports to administration and parents as required.
• Responsible for maintaining student records, including attendance.
• Responsible for attending faculty, parent, curriculum committee, in-service, pow-wows, graduation, and other meetings as required.
• Develops and conducts lesson plans specific to individual students within the scope of the adopted curricula one week prior to implementation.
• Selects and requests instructional materials and supplies and maintains records as required.
• Develops skills and knowledge required to meet the unique and special needs of our tribal students; specifically, knowledge of tribal culture, history, and language and tribal disciplinary practices.
• Infuses technology into all area of the curriculum.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport with parents/guardians, keeping documentation of communication with them and how their input has been incorporated and/or responded to in the classroom.
• Responsible for orderly transition of all students to and from classroom, lunchroom, play areas, restrooms, and busses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work with behaviorally challenging students and willingness to learn and master disciplinary practices required by the school.
• Knowledge of and successful experience mainstreaming students enrolled in Special Education services.
• Ability to apply a variety of established assessment strategies and track student progress using portfolio assessment.
• Willingness to learn about and apply teaching and classroom management strategies that meet the unique needs of Native American students.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn curriculum resources.
• Ability to write learning goals, objectives, and to write culturally sensitive lessons to achieve goals/objectives.
• Ability and willingness to attend trainings and travel as required by school administration.
• Knowledge of and understanding how to achieve the Idaho State Standards using approved curriculum.
• Ability to work and relate well with students, staff, family, and community.
• Ability to perform the duties required in a consistent and proficient manner.
• Ability and willingness to maintain absolute confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must be in good health to meet physical demands of job, including morning recess and lunch duty, as well as, sitting, talking, hearing, standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms with reasonable accommodation for disabilities.
• Must pass extensive background check prior to employment and every 5th consecutive year of employment thereafter according to the following: §25 CFR 12 Part 32, §25 CFR 63 Part 17, and Public Law 101-647. Must not have any misdemeanor or felony offenses related to abuse, neglect, or endangerment of a child.
• Background and two years of experience working with Native American students is preferred.
• Experience teaching, reading, and assessing to include five critical elements.
• Ability to access and utilize technology as provided for educational practices and application.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Idaho State Teaching Certificate
• Applicants without a current Idaho Teaching Certificate must demonstrate eligibility and commit to obtaining a transitional teaching license through an approved alternative licensure program in alignment with the CDA Tribal School Certification Pathway Agreement.