High School Business Teacher

AACTE; North Dakota; Presencial; USD 52 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

White Shield School District is seeking an instructor for grades 9-12. The role reports to the High School Principal and is a contract days position focusing on instructional leadership, data-driven decisions, classroom management, community engagement, and professional responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will bring a North Dakota teaching license, a Bachelor's in Secondary Education, and a commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and student well-being within the MHA Nation community.

Qualificações

• Must have a valid North Dakota Secondary Teacher License.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education-in subject matter.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Operate computer systems, web-based apps, and district tech platforms.
• Must pass state, federal and tribal background checks.
• Indian preference – tribal enrollment information required.
• Three Affiliated Tribe members and other tribal affiliations.

Responsabilidades

• Teach district-approved curriculum aligned with the White Shield School goals.
• Create a learning environment reflecting the MHA Nation’s cultural heritage.
• Set clear lesson objectives communicated to students.
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Promote critical thinking and problem-solving in the classroom.
• Develop a program of study addressing individual student needs.
• Seek support from specialists and administrators when needed.
• Assess and document student academics, behavior, attendance and progress.
• Maintain accurate academic, attendance and behavior records per policy.
• Use data to identify needs and develop improvement strategies.
• Share student data with staff, parents and community.
• Enforce a classroom management plan with routines and expectations.
• Encourage respectful behavior and responsibility.
• Ensure safety per policy and handbook.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents/guardians via newsletters, calls, emails and conferences.
• Engage community resources, elders and leaders in classroom activities.
• Know and implement the School’s Family Engagement Plan.
• Participate in community activities when possible.
• Demonstrate professionalism and collaboration with staff and students.
• Develop and follow an individual development plan aligned to school goals.
• Stay informed on educational research, trends and policies.
• Be available to work outside regular hours as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development.
• Identify and report signs of child abuse or neglect as required by law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy and patience

Cultural responsiveness

Equity and inclusion

Leadership

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education

Descrição da oferta de emprego

White Shield School High School Instructor 9-12 Job Description

Position reports to and is evaluated by: High School Principal

Employment Term: Contract days

Qualifications:

1. Must have a valid North Dakota Secondary Teacher License

2. Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education-in subject matter

3. Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures

4. Must be able to effectively operate computer systems, web-based applications, and district technology platforms

5. Must be able to pass state, federal and tribal background check

6. *Indian preference- tribal enrollment information required

• - Three Affiliated Tribe members
• - Other tribal affiliations

Required Core Competencies:

1. Strong communication, collaboration, organizational and interpersonal skills.

2. Knowledge of subject area and instructional strategies

3. Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and patience towards students and staff

4. Ability to create a culturally responsive school climate that fosters academic excellence and student emotional and social well-being

5. Knowledge of the community and the ability to promote and engage parents, elders, and community leaders in the educational parent involvement process

6. Ability to inspire and lead with a focus on equity, inclusion, culture and language

7. Uphold standards and ethics as determined by North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board

Key Responsibilities:

1) Instructional Leadership

• Teach district-approved curriculum aligned with the goals of the White Shield School
• Create a learning environment that fosters engagement, high expectations, supports student development and reflects the cultural heritage of the MHA Nation
• Set clear objectives for lessons, units and projects that align with curriculum standards and communicate these to students
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies and media to accommodate the needs of students and enhance learning outcomes
• Promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the classroom
• Develop and deliver a program of study that addresses individual student needs, interests and abilities
• Seek support from specialists and administrators when students encounter learning challenges and make appropriate referrals

2) Data-driven decision making

• Assess and document students’ academics, behavior, attendance and social emotional progress using formative, summative and other assessment tools
• Maintain accurate and complete academics, attendance and behavioral student records to comply with district policies and state and federal reporting requirements
• Use assessment data to identify areas of need and strengths to develop strategies for continuous improvement and evaluation
• Compile, utilize, map, and disseminate student data to students, staff, parents and community

3) Classroom Management

• Utilize and enforce a classroom management program and plan that includes setting clear, positive expectations, schedules and routines
• Encourage students to set and uphold standards for classroom behavior, promoting respect and responsibility
• Ensure the safety of students by following school policies and procedures
• Review, utilize and document the handbook with students

4) Community Engagement

• Maintain consistent and meaningful communication with parents and guardians through newsletters, phone calls, emails, conferences and other methods
• Utilize and engage community resources, programs, elders, parents and community leaders to teach, share or help support classroom activities and projects
• Be knowledgeable of the School’s Family Engagement Plan and carry out activities as identified
• Participate in community activities when able

5) Professional Responsibilities

• Exhibit and foster a positive attitude, professionalism and a commitment to the students and staff of the White Shield School
• Communicate, collaborate and build positive relationships with colleagues, supervisors, students, parents and community
• Develop an individual development plan that is aligned to the school improvement plan
• Stay informed on educational research, trends, and policies related to school responsibilities and parent involvement best practices
• Available to work outside of regular school hours as necessary
• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development training
• Identify, assess and report signs of child abuse or neglect as required by law
• Perform other duties as assigned

Disclaimer

• *: The White Shield School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided by law. Indian preference will be applied where authorized by federal law and applicable tribal ordinances.