What are the responsibilities and job description for the MSS - Meskwaki Language Teacher position at Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa?
Meskwaki Settlement School
Meskwaki Language Teacher
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.
Supervision: Language Coordinator
Salary: Dependent on Qualifications
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED