Culture Instructor

Kenaitze Indian Tribe; Kenai (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenaitze Indian Tribe seeks a Culture Instructor to deliver culturally relevant education and prevention services to youth within the Yaghanen program. You will develop culturally appropriate lessons, coordinate in-school and after-school activities, and support youth through seasonal programs.

The role requires leading cultural activities, collaborating with staff, and ensuring proper documentation and safety during transport and events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years of experience working with youth in an education setting.
• Deep appreciation for Kenaitze Dena'ina culture or willingness to learn after hire.
• Valid Alaska driver's license and ability to remain insurable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth in tribal programs including summer camps and dance groups.
• Develop and implement cultural and language lessons for Yaghanen program.
• Work with staff to reflect cultural programming in activities.
• Direct and supervise youth in summer and winter programs and maintain attendance records.
• Provide educational support during school hours and maintain data records.
• Transport items for Yaghanen programs and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Public speaking

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Culture Instructor

Department: Education

Program: Yaghanen

Reports to: Elementary or Middle-High School Coordinator

Employment Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

Provide culturally relevant educational opportunities and prevention services to youth based on the Tribe's values, tradition and culture through in school, after school and summer programming. The Culture Instructor will be responsible for developing culturally appropriate lessons and projects within the Yaghanen K-12 program.

Essential Functions

• Provides supervision and direction for youth participating in the Tribe's youth programs, including summer camps, Native Youth Olympics, Jabila'ina Dance Group, and Del Dumi Drum Group
• Develops and implements cultural and language education lessons to deliver to program participants in the Yaghanen After School program
• Works as a team member with Yaghanen staff as directed to insure cultural programming is appropriately reflected
• Directs and supervises youth during Yaghanen summer and winter programs. This includes maintaining attendance records.
• Provides educational support during school hours in local school buildings
• Maintains accurate documentation in the data management system
• Transports items (including lifting & driving) for Yaghanen programs
• Models appropriate behavior for youth
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure to Dust
• Exposure to Extreme Temperatures
• Wet
• Noise
• Burn Hazards

OSHA Categories

• Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: computer, scanner, copier, occasional use of hand tools

List Tools: Shovels, saws, axes, hammers, screw drivers

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Both

Travel

• Local
• In-State

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience working with youth in an education setting
• A deep understanding and appreciation for the Kenaitze Dena'ina culture, history, and traditions or willingness to learn after hire

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• Experience in public speaking

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• Must have Pediatric/Adult First Aid/CPR, or obtain within 90 days of hire

Special Skills

• Creative, energetic and motivated approach to achieving goals
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple goals, projects, and deadlines
• Demonstrate ability to lead, adapt, and align programs with change
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good oral and written communication
• Able to work a varied work schedule, travel to events, competitions and camps
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and be physically active
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.