Iñupiaq Arts, Language & Culture Facilitator (Temp)

AERRC; Utqiaġvik (AK); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NSBSD is seeking an educator to lead Iñupiaq pedagogy initiatives within the district. The role emphasizes language, culture, and traditional arts, with a focus on inclusive, hands-on learning.

The candidate will teach Iñupiaq language, culture, and values, collaborate with teachers and community members, and apply constructivist methods to foster student growth and engagement. Strong communication, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives are essential to support student achievement

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Iñupiaq language, culture, history, traditions, or fine arts.
• Speaks Iñupiaq, fluently preferred.
• Understands and speaks some conversational Iñupiaq, required.
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching, including constructivist approaches, hands-on learning, and language development.
• Knowledge of/experience in developing and supporting family involvement in education.
• Understands Iñupiaq pedagogical philosophy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including educators, students, and community members.

Responsabilités

• Facilitate Iñupiaq arts programs, including sewing and fine arts.
• Facilitate and teach Iñupiaq culture, history, traditions, or language.
• Facilitate and teach traditional land use and values.
• Model and teach Iñupiaq values with a sensitivity to diversity.
• Practicing and applying Iñupiaq pedagogical principles.
• Have high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Educating the whole child intellectually, spiritually, socially, culturally, emotionally, and physically.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community/parent volunteers.
• Adhering to District policies and regulations.
• Performing such other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may assign.

Connaissances

Iñupiaq language knowledge

Iñupiaq culture knowledge

Fluent Iñupiaq preferred

Conversational Iñupiaq required

Best practices in teaching

Family involvement in education

Iñupiaq pedagogical philosophy

Communication skills

Collaborative work with diverse groups

Description du poste

NSBSD is seeking an educator to lead Iñupiaq pedagogy initiatives within the district. The role emphasizes language, culture, and traditional arts, with a focus on inclusive, hands-on learning.

The candidate will teach Iñupiaq language, culture, and values, collaborate with teachers and community members, and apply constructivist methods to foster student growth and engagement. Strong communication, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives are essential to support student achievement