PARAPROFFESIONALJOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US:Our mission is to prepare each student for college with an enhanced knowledge of the Ojibwe
language, culture, leadership, and environmental stewardship.

The ultimate goal of the educational program at Endazhi-Nitaawiging is to create a school where
our students can see themselves in all that they are learning. Endazhi-Nitaawiging will foster a
learning environment for young people grounded in Anishinaabe culture that focuses not just on
instruction in academics but also on social-emotional well-being. We are firm believers in the
Indigenous genius that exists among our people.

The educational philosophy and school culture at Endazhi-Nitaawiging will be grounded in the
Seven Values that inform the school’s Vision and Mission:

Manaaji’idiwin (respect)
Nibwaakaawin (wisdom)
Zoongide’ewin (courage)
Enigok izhichigewin (commitment)
Mashkawi’ayaawin (resilience)
Bagosendamowin (hope)
Niigaaniziwin (leadership)

We will teach our students to enjoy that natural curiosity about the world and to love learning
about their place in the world. Our purpose as a school is to help all of our students learn their
true inherent identities through a lens of Ojibwe language and culture and to build on a sense of
who we are as a revitalized and thriving Red Lake community.

POSITION TITLE

Paraprofessional

POSITION SUMMARYA Paraprofessional at Endazhi-Nitaawiging is committed to academic and personal
excellence for every student and will work alongside the Elementary Education Teacher.
He or she will understand what it means to be a lifelong learner and participate in

ongoing professional development goal setting, learning and reflection in each school year.
Endazhi-Nitaawiging will challenge every educator at the school to develop a thoroughly
indigenized pedagogy, a way of teaching that reflects Ojibwe ways of knowing and that employs
the Ojibwe language as the medium of instruction whenever possible. The Paraprofessional will
report to the Head of School.

DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIESAssist Elementary Education Teacher in educational services delivery models such as pull-out, push-in, co-teaching, resource room, alternative instruction, etc.
Support each child’s social, emotional and intellectual growth and development
Ensure the wellbeing and safety of children at all times

Works with Elementary Education Teachers and participates in and contributes to student planning and student learning tasks.
Assist students with assignments or difficult concepts.
Participate in school-provided training related to crisis intervention skills and techniques, staff professional development, and other required meetings.
Utilize approved verbal de-escalation skills and behavior management techniques during crisis intervention, including physical restraint in emergency situation as prescribed by school procedures, provided training, and Minnesota statutes.
Articulate orally and in writing; in both English and Ojibwe
Maintains familiarity with and be prepared to implement current school and building Emergency Procedures.
Other duties may be assigned.

HIGHLY QUALIFIED CREDENTIALSAssociates degree from an accredited college or university in education or an equivalent combination of education and experience and ability to obtain paraprofessional credentials.
In-depth knowledge and experience working with the Minnesota Native American community including families/students, elders, and community organizations.
Respect for and uplifting of diverse cultural elements of language, tradition, citizenship status, customs, attitudes, migration stories, and humility as core values of the organizational culture.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, superb interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, partners, volunteers, parents, and others.
Knowledge and facility with various computer and educational software programs.
Ability to travel in and out of state, obtains a valid MN driver’s license, and obtain current auto insurance.
Must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND STRENGTHS

• Knowledge of land-based learning and experiential learning
• Mediation and restorative justice skills
• Experience teaching Social Emotional Learning

HOW TO APPLYEndazhi-Nitaawiging website:
https://enscharterschool.bamboohr.com/careers

Endazhi-Nitaawiging Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. Endazhi-Nitaawiging
will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public
assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.