MSS - Meskwaki Language Teacher

Sac and Fox Tribe of Iowa; Tama (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Meskwaki Settlement School in Tama, IA is seeking a Meskwaki Language Teacher to lead daily language and culture instruction within the classroom. You will plan activities, maintain a positive learning environment, and assess student achievement with collaboration from general education staff.

The role emphasizes fluency in Meskwaki, cultural integration, and ongoing professional development while aligning to the Meskwaki Curriculum and PBIS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; AA degree or equivalent preferred.
• Prefer the ability to speak, read and/or write Meskwaki language fluently.
• Working knowledge of the Meskwaki Language/Culture.
• Must pass a background check per federal and tribal acts.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Teach Meskwaki Language and Culture in the classroom daily.
• Plan and organize class activities with attention to individual student needs.
• Maintain classroom and school PBIS standards.
• Prepare unit plans and lessons aligned to Meskwaki Curriculum.
• Evaluate student progress and adjust instructional methods.
• Enter grades quarterly and at semester; maintain records.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to integrate Meskwaki content.
• Attend required staff meetings and professional development.
• Support language/cultural activities and extracurricular events.
• Build and maintain relationships with tribal and local community groups.
• Encourage use of Meskwaki language school-wide.
• Comply with Staff Handbook and employment policies.
• Work with Language staff on materials/methods to improve learning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA degree or equivalent

Job description

Meskwaki Settlement School

Meskwaki Language Teacher

Duties and Responsibilities:

Shall be responsible for the daily operation, development, and implementation of the Meskwaki Language/Culture in the classroom, including teaching traditional Meskwaki values and related areas. Plan and organize the learning activities of the class with due regard to the individual differences and needs of the students.

• Maintain order in the classroom and school premises, consistent with the Meskwaki Settlement School PBIS guidelines.
• Prepare unit plans and lessons for the class, in accordance with the Meskwaki Language & Culture Curriculum.
• Evaluate each child's progress and plan instructional methods accordingly.
• Maintain all necessary records and enter grades for each student quarterly and at the end of each semester.
• Develop and maintain a positive learning environment for the utmost learning of each student.
• Attend student conferences and report regularly to the parent/guardian in regard to their child's progress, as needed.
• Work with general education teachers to incorporate Meskwaki Language & Culture into general education units and lessons.
• Attend all required staff meetings and professional development as directed by the Administration.
• Sign up for and carry out duties for extra-curricular events.
• Plan and assist with Language/Cultural activities through the school year.
• Establish and maintain favorable relationships with tribal and local community groups.
• Encourage the use of the Meskwaki language school-wide
• Comply with all employment-related policies, including but not limited to, the Staff Handbook.
• On a continuous basis, work with Language Staff members on materials and methods to continually improve the learning opportunities of all children.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Prefer AA Degree or equivalent post-secondary education.
• Prefer the ability to speak, read and/or write Meskwaki Language fluently.
• Working knowledge of the Meskwaki Language/Culture
• Must pass a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630, Public Law 101- 647, and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Supervision: Language Coordinator

Salary: Dependent on Qualifications

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED