Head Start Lead Teacher I or II -White Earth

White Earth; Minnesota; On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Job summary

The White Earth Reservation Tribal Council is seeking a qualified candidate to instruct preschool children, fostering social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth for entering primary school. This full-time role is located at White Earth with competitive pay and benefits.

Position outcomes include supervising staff, organizing lessons, safe bus transport, and caregiver communication. Lead Teacher I/II require ECE credentials and a valid MN CDL with school bus endorsement; a background

Qualifications

• Knowledge of curriculum design, teaching individuals and groups, and training effect measurement.
• Knowledge of English language structure, spelling, grammar, and usage.
• Ability to listen actively, understand points, ask questions, and avoid interruptions.
• Ability to generate creative ideas and solve problems.
• Basic arithmetic skills for daily classroom tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate classroom staff to ensure program quality and efficiency.
• Organize, develop, and teach lessons and activities for preschoolers and field trips.
• Drive the Head Start bus to transport children and families safely.
• Complete paperwork according to department guidelines.
• Inform caregivers on topics to foster learning and growth.

Skills

Curriculum design

Child development

Active listening

Creative problem solving

Math basics

Education

Associates in ECE

Bachelors in ECE

Job description

White Earth Reservation Tribal Council
Job Announcement
Position: HS Lead Teacher I or II Open: 08-24-26
Location: White Earth Close: Until Filled
Pay: $23.64/26.23 DOQ Benefits: Full Status: Full Time

The White Earth Reservation Tribal Council is seeking a qualified candidate to be responsible for instructing preschool children in learning activities to promote social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth needed for entering primary school.

Position Outcomes

• Supervise and coordinate activities of classroom staff to ensure program quality and efficiency.
• Organize, develop, and teach lessons and activities to meet the needs of children in the classroom and on educational field trips.
• Drive the Head Start bus in accordance with all applicable laws to transport Head Start children and families safely.
• Complete paperwork and prepare information in accordance with department guidelines.
• Inform caregivers on various topics to foster learning and individual growth in children and families.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Qualifications

• Lead Teacher I: Associates degree in Early Childhood Education; or an Associates degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, or be on Personal Development plan to acquire a CDA within (90) days, and with experience teaching preschool-age children.
• Lead Teacher II: Baccalaureate or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education; or Baccalaureate or advanced degree and coursework and equivalent to a major relating to the Early Childhood Education.
• Valid MN commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a school bus and passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within 45 days of hire, reliable vehicle, and insurance for travel between sites and other business related destinations.
• Reliable vehicle and insurance for travel between sites and other business-related destinations.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

EEO with Native Preference

A Drug Free Workplace – Tests for alcohol and illegal drug use may be required prior to and during employment
Background Checks performed

P.O. Box 418 | White Earth, Minnesota 56591 | Tel. [phone] | Fax [phone]