Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Education Manager the Instructor is responsible for the academic, social, and cultural development of the students of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians. This position focuses on working with students to develop their academic skills necessary to successfully complete grades K through 12. The Instructor will provide academic, remedial and cultural enrichment activities to assist students in learning different subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their academic and future employment successes. The Instructor serves as an advocate between schools, essential organizations, the parents/guardians and the youth.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess each participant and develop an Individual Progress Plan (IPP) that includes educational goals.
2. Maintain student files to track progress and aide in achievement of education goals.
3. Be an advocate in coordinating IPPs with schools, essential organizations, parents, and the student.
4. Develop and provide academic and culturally enrichment activities based on community need.
5. Provide specialized remedial work and homework tutoring to students in a structured educational and positive environment.
6. Develop and maintain library programming to support achievement of educational goals for students.
7. Encourage and recruit students for programs, activities, and cultural events.
8. Keep track of attendance and outcomes for all enrichment program/activities and social recreation.
9. Develop and maintain resource materials, program schedule and event schedule for parents and students.
10. Provide training in implementation of IPPs to Enrichment Assistants to ensure direct services to students.
11. Work with the Education Manager to set schedules and work assignments for Instructional Assistance to ensure effective use of instructional time.
12. Other duties as assigned.

1. Possession of a current California Teaching Credential or Bachelors Degree in Community Education, Education or related area preferred.
2. Five years of experience in the education field or related experience working with youth.
3. Possess computer skills sufficient to provide administrative support, oversee online activities, and computer-assisted instruction.
4. Must be able to provide instruction and remediation in all subjects.
5. Possess strong organizational skills.
6. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
7. Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing environment.
8. Flexibility to work hours, as program needs change.
9. Ability to enforce compliance with safety codes, rules, and regulations in all department programs and activities.
10. Must be able to establish rapport with the Indian community and the public schools.
11. Must be able to develop new educational programs.
12. Must possess a valid California drivers license and comply with the requirements of the Tribes driving policy and insurance requirements.

Uphold Tribal Vision Statement:

The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians is a Sovereign Nation that is dedicated to upholding the Social and Economic Stability through Self-Reliance and to promote the Health, Safety and Welfare of our Indian People.

Physical Requirements:

This position is deemed a level 2 and requires walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods of time; climbing stairs, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 30 pounds; raising objects overhead; manual dexterity for operation of computer, phones and small office machines; hearing, talking and strong verbal and written communication skills; repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Preference in filling vacancies shall be given first to qualified Tuolumne Me-Wuk Community Council Members and then to enrolled Native Americans of any federally recognized tribe. Documentation for claiming preference must be provided with the application for consideration. Other than the above, the Tuolumne Me-Wuk Tribe is an equal opportunity employer.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Employment is contingent on pre-employment background and drug test results.