Iñupiaq Language Immersion Teacher – Middle School

North Slope Borough School District; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough School District is seeking a teacher to implement research-based instructional strategies that direct learning and achievement for assigned students, developing an inclusive classroom culture conducive to student learning. Instruction is individualized based on learning style, pace, and maturation with frequent assessment guiding decisions.

The role emphasizes language development, Iñupiaq traditions and culture, collaboration with parents and community, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Iñupiaq Studies and/or Education preferred.
• Alaska Teacher Certificate, Type M – Limited Certificate, preferred.
• Active standing in an approved Iñupiaq Studies and/or Education program required.
• 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 language acquisition theory and practice.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing study of language learning, Iñupiaq language and culture.

Responsibilities

• Planning for the instructional needs of all students; attending to the special needs of students; having high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
• Implementing district curriculum; providing instruction that promotes language development, skill development, knowledge acquisition and reasoning.
• Using a variety of assessments to inform instruction; creating an environment that maximizes student learning.
• Practicing and applying Iñupiaq pedagogical principles.
• Developing ongoing partnerships that enhance student learning with an emphasis on partnerships with parents and community.
• Collaborating with colleagues and community/parent volunteers.
• Modeling and teaching Iñupiaq values with a sensitivity to diversity.
• Educating the whole child intellectually, spiritually, socially, culturally, emotionally, physically.
• Demonstrating continuous professional growth. Supervise and train instructional paraprofessionals in providing services to students as needed.
• Abide by the code of ethics and the professional teaching standards adopted by the professional Teaching Practice Commission of the State.
• Adhering to District policies and regulations.
• Performing such other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may assign.

Skills

Iñupiaq instruction

Iñupiaq culture understanding

Language development

Constructivist teaching

Willingness to ongoing study

Iñupiaq pedagogy

Fluency in Iñupiaq (preferred)

Education

Associate's degree in Iñupiaq Studies or Education

Active standing in approved Iñupiaq Studies/Education program

Job description

North Slope Borough School District is seeking a teacher to implement research-based instructional strategies that direct learning and achievement for assigned students, developing an inclusive classroom culture conducive to student learning. Instruction is individualized based on learning style, pace, and maturation with frequent assessment guiding decisions.

The role emphasizes language development, Iñupiaq traditions and culture, collaboration with parents and community, and ongoing