Language Teacher Associate (Meskwaki Settlement School)

JOB TITLE: Meskwaki Language Teaching Assistant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the classroom teacher with the daily operation, development, and implementation of the Meskwaki Language/Culture in the classroom, including preparing for class activities, copying and duplicating materials as needed, and related tasks upon request.
• Assist with learning activities of the class with due regard to the individual differences and needs of the students.
• Assist with all aspects of maintaining order in the classroom and school premises, consistent with MSS PBIS guidelines.
• Assist with teaching Meskwaki Language and traditional Meskwaki values, customs, and beliefs as requested.
• Maintain records for individual students, as requested by the teacher.
• Will refer all inquiries and concerns about students to the classroom teacher and/or the Language Coordinator, as directed.
• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment for the utmost learning of each child and demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm when working with students.
• Assist with Language/Cultural activities throughout the school year.
• Attend all required staff meetings and professional development, as directed by the Administration.
• Perform recess and lunchroom duties as scheduled.
• Sign up for and carry out duties for extracurricular activities.
• Comply with all employment-related policies, including but not limited to, the Staff Handbook. • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED and one year of work experience, preferably with children, in a school setting or with the Tribe.
• Prefer the ability to understand and speak Meskwaki.
• Possess knowledge of the Meskwaki culture.
• Additional training and coursework as may be requested by the supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation as required by P.L. 101-630, P.L. 101-647, and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Starting at $11.74 per hour. Can be negotiable, based on qualifications.
• This is a 200-day contract position. (Contract will be pro-rated from the start date to the last day of work for teaching staff.)
• Eligible for benefits after 90 days of employment.

SUPERVISION

• Will be under the direct supervision of the Language Coordinator.