Bilingual Yup’ik Language & Culture Educator Aide

Unalaska City School District; Nightmute (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Unalaska City School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher Aide to utilize Yup’ik as a primary teaching tool, enhancing literacy skills and cultural understanding among students. The role includes preparing lessons, organizing materials, and maintaining a positive learning atmosphere while working collaboratively with other instructional staff.

Candidates must be fluent in Yup’ik and English, possess at least a high school diploma or GED, and have experience in an educational setting. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Yup’ik and English required.
• Experience working with students in a classroom environment.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse cultural backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach lessons as assigned.
• Organize and create instructional materials.
• Evaluate student performance and assign grades.
• Maintain positive classroom atmosphere.
• Supervise non-instructional classroom duties.
• Participate in training programs.
• Check and record student attendance.

Skills

Fluent in Yup’ik

Literacy in English

Ability to work with students

Collaborative skills

Cross-cultural experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Align with NCLB Paraprofessional Qualification

Job description

The Unalaska City School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher Aide to utilize Yup’ik as a primary teaching tool, enhancing literacy skills and cultural understanding among students. The role includes preparing lessons, organizing materials, and maintaining a positive learning atmosphere while working collaboratively with other instructional staff.

Candidates must be fluent in Yup’ik and English, possess at least a high school diploma or GED, and have experience in an educational setting. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.