Description
SALARY: $21.55 Hourly
NEGOTIABLE
(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
This position will assist in the educational advancement of Native American youth attending public schools in select communities surrounding the Oneida Nation. The Specialist will establish teacher-student relationships with Native American youth. The incumbent will develop, implement, and monitor individual learning intervention plans to aid Native American youth in obtaining basic core skills, and/or maintaining and improving basic skills for academic performance. Services may include academic skill building, homework completion, teaching organizational skills, and time management. This position is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School, 4193 Hillcrest Road, Hobart. Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Evaluate elementary level youth academic skills and abilities, with an emphasis on literacy. Develop appropriate academic plans, in cooperation with teachers/interventionists, to help students obtain grade level proficiency in reading and math utilizing school, Oneida community, and internet resources.
2. Design and implement individual academic tutoring plans, especially for reading and math, using a variety of teaching techniques that appeal to a variety of learning styles. Academic tutoring plans are to be age-appropriate, adhere to best practices, and school district curriculum guidelines.
3. Integrate age-appropriate basic study and organizational skills.
4. Create curriculum for skill development in cooperation with school personnel and Tribal education programs.
5. Learn and incorporate age-appropriate Oneida Language and Culture into interactions with the youth.
6. Monitor and track student progress throughout the academic year and evaluate preparedness for next grade level.
7. Maintain required Y.E.S paperwork for individual student files and other necessary reports.
8. Utilize computer skills to develop a system of communication to provide information regarding the youth's progress to parents, Y.E.S. Program, community, and school.
9. Build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and teachers.
10. Participate in Y.E.S. yearly planning sessions to evaluate previous work strategies and assess and evaluate the priorities and services to be provided.
11. Maintain knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in elementary grade education.
12. Assist in the planning and coordinating of program events and tribal special events.
13. Practice excellent customer service skills at all times to include, but not limited to, addressing customer and co-workers needs courteously and promptly.
14. Contribute to a team effort and accomplish related results as required.
15. Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
16. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
17. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend/stoop, kneel and balance.
2. Occasionally squat, crawl, climb heights, reach above shoulder level, crouch, push/pull, carry and lift up to twenty-four (24) pounds.
3. Employee must use repetitive movements of both hands.
4. Work is generally performed in an indoor and outdoor setting with a high noise level.
5. A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Knowledge of or willing to learn about the Oneida history and culture.
2. Knowledge of elementary school organization and thorough understanding of pedagogy and best practices in education.
3. Skill in operating a personal computer, utilizing programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook.
4. Excellent organizational skills. This requires the incumbent to plan, organize and schedule priorities efficiently and effectively, meet strict deadlines and successfully cope with challenging situations and conditions.
5. Well-developed interpersonal skills are required promoting tact, courtesy, respect, objectivity, maturity, and patience while interacting with a wide variety of personalities.
6. Ability to complete Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting is required within three (3) months of employment.
7. Must maintain training certifications as required by the YES Program.
8. Ability to work as a mentor to students by serving as a positive role model.
9. Ability to develop and carry out instructional lesson plans.
10. Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
11. Ability to work cooperatively with all school personnel and community programs in addressing the needs of the youth.
12. Ability to be sensitive and receptive to the unique needs and learning styles of elementary aged Native American youth.
13. Ability to inform and communicate verbally and in writing in diverse and challenging situations with the ability to process information effectively, identify and define problems and make objective decisions.
14. Must be CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certified or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment. Must maintain CPR and Red Cross First Aide Certification during employment.
15. Must complete Blood Borne Pathogen Training.
16. Maintain strict departmental security, confidentiality and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
17. Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
18. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during the course of employment.
19. Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
20. A valid driver's license or occupational driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required. Must obtain a Wisconsin non-probationary driver's license or occupational driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver's license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a personal and Tribal vehicle under the Oneida Nation's Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Policy prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver's eligibility as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.
1. Knowledge of Oneida or Native American history and culture preferred.
2. Teaching experience in a multicultural setting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.
1. Bachelor's Degree in Education or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Two (2) years of successful experience in teaching/tutoring reading and math to Elementary/Middle School youth.
3. Two (2) years successful experience in curriculum development.
4. A Wisconsin Elementary/Middle Education Teaching Certificate. Must maintain the Wisconsin Elementary/Middle Teaching Certificate during employment.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
Department: Youth Enrichment Services
This is a full time position
Job Code: 03414
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsible to: Y.E.S. Manager
Transfer Date: 4/30/24
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