Job Description

Job Description

Open To All Applicants

SALARY: $149.50 Per Day

Summary:

Accomplish the Oneida Nation School System’s objectives by planning, instructing, and evaluating secondary level educational programs appropriate for the grade level and subject matter. Promotes social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development, and incorporates the student’s Oneida heritage. Ensures that services are provided effectively and efficiently to the students of the Oneida Nation.

Responsibilities:

• Instruct assigned classes using curriculum and texts approved by school administration
• Prepare and submit lesson plans for the upcoming week to the Principal.
• Integrate Oneida language and culture into daily lesson plans.
• Evaluate and analyze students’ needs and abilities to ensure effective implementation of teaching methods
• Use a variety of instructional techniques based on the curriculum and students’ abilities.
• Develop instructional lesson plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and working time
• Motivate students in learning
• Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing
• Coordinate and supervises field trips appropriate for furthering the students’ education in the present curriculum.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly and productive study environment.
• Manage classroom effectively while maintaining a positive classroom environment
• Select appropriate instructional materials, tools, and instructional aids
• Evaluate individual growth and performance in knowledge and understanding
• Coordinate with other staff members, including team teaching and assisting in other classrooms as needed.
• Maintain accurate, appropriate, and confidential records regarding students’ attendance, progress, and other pertinent information
• Act as a positive role model for students including serving as a mentor; operating as an advocate for students when appropriate; upholding high professional standards; and refraining from using profanity, corporal punishment, and discriminating against students
• Maintain an effective communication system with parents, promoting confidentiality and credibility, and regarding students’ progress, problems, or other issues.
• Communicate in an appropriate, respectful manner with students, parents, and co workers
• Attend school sponsored events such as Family Feast, Parent Meetings, student awards ceremonies, special activities, and Graduation as appropriate.
• Supervise students in classroom, lunchroom, and outside activities as scheduled.
• Attend meetings and in-service training programs as required.
• Participate in the Oneida Nation Teacher Certification Program. a. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences; reviewing professional publications; establishing networks; participating in professional societies.
• Maintain strict departmental security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department

Skills:

Essential:

• Exercise independent judgement
• Interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to write clear and concise reports and correspondences
• Knowledge of school organization, functions, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during crisis situations
• Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with students
• Ability to be sensitive and receptive to the unique needs of school aged Native American students.
• Ability to develop and complete instructional activities and lessons
• Ability to maintain a creative environment for learning by providing appropriate classroom organization and structure
• Must comply with Bureau of Indian Education criminal history records check as a condition of employment to include fingerprinting
• Willing and able to obtain additional education and training
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of elementary and secondary education
• Knowledge of the Oneida language, community, history, and culture
• Ability to accurately interpret applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements
• Skill in operating computer and various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment
• Ability to motivate students to perform to their fullest potential

Education Requirement - Or Closely Related Field:

Essential:

• Bachelor's Degree

Credential equivalent experience:

Nonessential:

• Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP) Training (Hrd) , Within ninety (90) days of employment
• Teacher - Substitute , Must provide proof of substitute teach application and share documentation of license within six (6) months of employment.

Working conditions:

Essential:

• Walk Frequently
• Sit Frequently
• Repetitive Movement Hands
• Use Arms Frequently
• Talk Frequently
• Hear Frequently
• Stand Occasionally
• Bend/Stoop Occasionally
• Kneel Occasionally
• Crouch Occasionally
• Crawl Occasionally
• Lift 11-24 Pounds Occasionally
• Move 11-24 Pounds Occasionally
• Classroom Setting
• Noise Moderate Level

Experience:

• Cross-culture education
• Teaching experience

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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