Yup’ik Traditional Skills Educator (Part-Time)

Akiak School; Akiak (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Akiak School in Alaska seeks an Elder Community Educator for the 2026-27 term to lead educational projects that integrate local Yup’ik and traditional knowledge with student learning. The role includes hands-on activities such as fishing, woodwork, berry gathering, or storytelling, in school or at community sites.

Part-time positions are based on skills and coordinated with school staff and the Yugtun Education Director to plan summer and school-year projects and determine hours.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to share Yup’ik traditional skills and values.
• Ability to speak Yup’ik (preferred).
• Willingness to safely take groups of students on activities.
• Ability to work well without direct supervision or in a team.
• Ability to cultivate good relationships with a diverse group of people.
• Self-managing, flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Must pass a background check.
• Follow and abide by district rules and safety precautions when working with children.
• Identify projects and set terms for community educator participation.
• Work with the ANE Grant director to get projects approved.
• Carefully track hours worked and participants.

Skills

Yup’ik traditional skills

Self-managing

Flexible

Teamwork

Cultural engagement

Independent work

Job description

Akiak School in Alaska seeks an Elder Community Educator for the 2026-27 term to lead educational projects that integrate local Yup’ik and traditional knowledge with student learning. The role includes hands-on activities such as fishing, woodwork, berry gathering, or storytelling, in school or at community sites.

Part-time positions are based on skills and coordinated with school staff and the Yugtun Education Director to plan summer and school-year projects and determine hours.