Teachers Assistant

Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma in Wyandotte, OK seeks a Teachers/Teacher Assistant to support lead teachers in delivering enriching activities for children from 3 months to 12 years. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and positive interactions with families.

You will assist with daily classroom tasks, coordinate activities, and promote a respectful, friendly environment aligned with tribal values and community standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Implement and instruct enrichment activities for ages 3 months to 12 years under supervision.
• Assist with coordination of all program activities.
• Ensure safety and security of students, staff and property.
• Handle discipline with guidance from supervisors.
• Communicate with diverse families and coworkers.
• Represent the Tribe professionally with external entities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:

Teachers/Teacher Assistant

General Definition:

The Assistant Teachers direct the daily activities of the children as assigned by the Teacher and under the ultimate supervision of the Learning Center Coordinator to provide an environment and activities contributing to the cognitive, social-emotional, physical, language, and communication development of each child.

Supervision Received:

Master Teacher/Assistant Director

Supervision Exercised:

Teacher may supervise Teacher Assistant

Essential Job Functions:

• Under the direction of the Master Teacher they will implement and instruct enrichment activities for children and youth ages 3 months-12 years of age.
• Assists with the coordination of and participates in all program activities.
• Insures the safety and security of students, staff and property at all times and in the summer session of activities.
• Deals with discipline issues following acceptable practices under the guidance of the Assistant Director and Master Teacher.
• Communicates and works harmoniously with diverse families and fellow coworkers.
• Represent the Tribe in a professional manner at all times, when working with Tribal members, in dealing with outside entities and situations with fellow employees.
• Greets the public, vendors, and visitors as they enter the Chief Charles Enyart Building
• Must be able to work with all types of people with a friendly and helpful attitude
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Multi-Tasking and time management skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent customer service
• Respect for all Tribal Members, Tribal Officials, Supervisors, and Co-Workers
• Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution

Licenses/Certifications/Other:

• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be able to complete pre-employment drug test with a negative result
• Current valid driver’s license

Company Description

Thriving Tribal Government located in Wyandotte Oklahoma offering a wide range of employment options