Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary: Teacher Salary Scale *Negotiable
Summary:
Accomplish the Head Start Department objectives by assisting the teachers in planning and implementing educational programs and classroom experiences to enhance and promote the educational, intellectual, and social growth and development of the children. Maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensure that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the Oneida Nation.
Responsibilities:
* Assist in implementing/completing lesson plans in a manner that will develop each child's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social behavior and in accordance with Head Start strategic plan; assist with planned activities to stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills.
* Organize materials required for daily use in educational activities.
* Assist Teachers in providing stimulating activities and experiences in all curriculum areas
* Assist Teacher in providing and supervising a variety of experiences by means of dramatic play, storytelling, field trips, and group discussion to stimulate students' interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment.
* Work with children to help them develop self-help skills.
* Encourage children to communicate in the Oneida and English languages; promote Oneida cultural activities throughout the curriculum.
* Accompany and transport children on field trips or to activities outside the classroom
* Foster cooperative social behavior; promotes self-expression and appreciation of aesthetic experiences.
* Maintain a safe, orderly, attractive, and stimulating physical environment for children. Ensure safety of children by maintaining clear exit for evacuations.
* Assist classroom volunteers and parents in feeling welcomed, comfortable, and involved.
* Assist Teachers in maintaining effective working relationships with parents by assisting with parent participation.
* Accompany Teachers on home visits with families for purposes of assessment, support, and sharing information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress.
* Participate in pre-service, in-service, and other on-going training as required by Head Start and Wisconsin Day Care regulations.
* Maintain Head Start records as required by Head Start Performance Standards.
* Participate in parent meetings and individual conferences as directed.
* Always provide excellent customer service skills to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and employee needs courteously and promptly.
* Assist Teacher in implementing established classroom rules and routines and ensuring that they are understood and accepted by children and their parents.
* Maintain accurate, complete, and timely written observations on children.
* Assist with any necessary modification to the environment, multiple and varied formats for instruction, and individualized accommodations and supports as necessary to support the full participation of children with disabilities.
* Assist with providing support for effective classroom management and positive learning environments; supportive teacher practices; and strategies for supporting children with challenging behaviors and other social, emotional, and mental health concerns.
* Maintain confidentiality of all privileged information
* Perform other duties as required
Skills:
Essential:
* Communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing
* Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures
* Directing the activities of groups of children; evaluating progress and maintaining an orderly classroom
* Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines
* Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
* Knowledge of the Oneida community, history, and culture
* Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment
* Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with students
* Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm
* Classroom management
* Ability to accurately interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
* Skill in administering disciplinary rules to children and resolving situational conflicts among children
* Ability to supervise and ensure a safe learning environment for young children
* Knowledge of early childhood development, diet, and nutrition guidelines
Nonessential:
* Knowledge and familiarity with American Indian cultures in general and the Oneida Nation specifically
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* General Ed, High School Equivalency Diploma, HS Diploma
* Applicants age 50 and older are exempt from this requirement
* Technical Diploma in Early Childhood Assistant Teacher
Nonessential:
* Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal & Tribal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
* Food Handlers Certification, must obtain upon hire and annually thereafter
* Civil Rights Training, obtain upon hire and annually thereafter
* Shaken Baby Syndrome Training, obtain upon hire and annually thereafter
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) (Hrd), obtain upon hire and annually thereafter
* Child Development Credential/Assistant Teacher Technical Dip
Nonessential:
* Driver Safety Training
* CPR and Red Cross First Aide, obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain during employment
* Child Development Associate, within two (2) years of hire
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sit frequently
* Stand frequently
* Walk frequently
* Bend/stoop frequently
* Squat frequently
* Crouch frequently
* Lift up to 10 pounds frequently
* Crawl occasionally
* Climb heights occasionally
* Push/pull occasionally
* Reach above shoulder level occasionally
* Kneel occasionally
* Balance occasionally
* Carry 11-24 pounds occasionally
* Lift 31-50 pounds occasionally
* Classroom setting
* Office setting
* Moderate noise level
Experience:
Nonessential:
* Working with young children
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
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