Head Start Ojibwe Dual-Language Teacher Assistant

White Earth; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The White Earth Head Start program seeks an assistant who will support the Lead Teacher in educating preschoolers while incorporating Ojibwemowin in at least half of activities to promote growth across development areas. The role also includes bus driving duties for safe transport of children and families.

Responsibilities include supporting lesson delivery, maintaining learning plans, preparing materials, and acting as Lead Teacher when needed, under regulatory guidelines and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with CDA or enrollment in related degree program.
• Ojibwe language through Ojibwe 2 or equivalent, with willingness to pursue more courses.
• Valid CDL with school bus endorsement or ability to obtain within 45 days of hire.
• Able to pass criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher with teaching lessons and activities to meet the needs of children in the classroom and on educational field trips.
• Help maintain the individual learning plans in accordance with department service plans and federal regulations.
• Help prepare lessons and materials and teach to class according to department guidelines and within appropriate development limits.
• Fill in as the Lead Teacher in their absence.
• Drive the Head Start bus in accordance with all applicable laws to transport Head Start children and families safely.
• Prepare and inspect the bus prior to each trip.
• Comply with reporting standard regarding child abuse or neglect as a mandated reporter for the safety of children.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Ojibwemowin language ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA credential or pursuing degree

CDL with school bus endorsement

Job description

The White Earth Head Start is looking for responsible per for assisting the Lead Teacher in instructing preschool children while utilizing Ojibwemowin at a rate of at least 50% in activities designed to promote social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth needed for entering primary school and driving bus.

Position outcomes:

• Assist the Lead Teacher with teaching lessons and activities to meet the needs of children in the classroom and on educational field trips.
• Help maintain the individual learning plans in accordance with department service plans and federal regulations.
• Help prepare lessons and materials and teach to class according to department guidelines and within appropriate development limits.
• Fill in as the Lead Teacher in their absence.
• Drive the Head Start bus in accordance with all applicable laws to transport Head Start children and families safely.
• Prepare and inspect the bus prior to each trip.
• Comply with reporting standard regarding child abuse or neglect as a mandated reporter for the safety of children.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of and the ability to follow and apply the policies and procedures of the White Earth Tribal Council and the Head Start Program.
• Knowledge of the demographics, culture, customs, and lifestyles of the White Earth Reservation.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.’
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including ethe meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of talking to convey information effectively to groups or one-on-one with staff, communicating effectively in writing thought routine reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Qualifications Include:

• High School Diploma/GED and (1.) Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or (2) Enrolled in a program leading to an Associate or Baccalaureate degree; or (3) Enrolled in a Child Development credential program to be completed within (2) years.
• Have completed at least through Ojibwe 2 (or demonstrate equivalent knowledge of the language per proficiency exam) and demonstrate interest to pursue/complete sequenced levels of Ojibwe language courses (or) a language certificate program.
• Valid MN Commercial drivers license (CDL) with a school bus and passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within (45) days of hire and ability to obtain a CDL physical exam within (45) days of hire.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.