BAD RIVER BAND OF LAKE SUPERIOR

TRIBE OF CHIPPEWA INDIANS
CHIEF BLACKBIRD CENTER P.O. BOX 39 ODANAH, WI 54861

Job Title: Ojibwe Immersion Assistant Head Start Teacher

Department: Education, Head Start

Hourly Rate: Negotiable

Full Time: 40 Hrs/Week

Exempt: Non-Exempt/Hourly Position

Supervisor: Head Start Education & Disabilities Manager
Posting Date: Public

Opens: September 7, 2022

Closes: September 21, 2022, at 4:30 PM

Posting Date: Public

Opens: October 11, 2022

Closes: Open Until Filled

Summary: The Ojibwe Immersion Assistant Teacher will assist The Ojibwe Immersion Teacher in the

implementation of the Head Start Performance Standards. In addition, the goal of the Ojibwe Immersion Teaching

Staff is to build trusting relationships while using the medium of language and culture as a foundation. The Ojibwe

Immersion Assistant Teacher will assist in creating a learning environment immersed in language and culture

while providing a high-quality educational experience instilled with Anishinaabe seven values of wisdom, love,

respect, bravery, honesty, humility, and truth. All instruction is conducted entirely in the Ojibwe language while

organizing the curriculum around the Head Start Performance Standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

A.) Curriculum Area

1. Will assist the teacher in providing children with a week of classroom orientation.

2. Will assist the teacher with daily lesson plans, observations, monitor Individual Education Plan (IEP), and anecdotal notes.

3. Maintain a routine-daily schedule, and allow for flexibility.

4. Will assist the teacher with the implementation of age-appropriate materials within the lesson plans as well as cultural activities. Assistants will participate in all activities sponsored by the Host, i.e., special events, setting up, and cleaning up.

5. Maintain and update classroom environment that encourages development among children.

• An environment that promotes acceptance and respect of gender.
• An environment that is inclusive for children with disabilities.
• An environment that is safe (See Safety Area)

B.) Evaluation Area

1. Will assist the teacher with an individual assessment of all students.

2. Will assist the teacher with screening all children utilizing the Ages and Stages within 45 days of enrollment.

3. Must understand an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

4. Will assist the teacher with services in accordance with IEP.

C.) Health Area

1. Will assist the teacher to create a family partnership to ensure that each child has a medical home.

2. Observe and document each child’s physical appearance to detect any signs of injuries or illness. Including any changes in emotions and behaviors.

3. Will assist teachers with parents on all health and development procedures administrator.

4. Allow and enable children to independently utilize child-size bathroom facilities.

5. If deemed necessary, the classroom Teacher and/or ED Manager will assign Assistant Teacher to take learning activities to a child with a short-term injury or other physical condition that prevent the child from participating in the classroom setting.

6. The Teacher is responsible for the administration and handling of medication.

D.) Safety Area

1. All staff members will receive First Aide training, which is kept current on an annual basis.

2. All classrooms will keep well-equipped First Aid Kit and restock when needed.

3. Will keep a “Bio Quick-n-Clean” kit in each classroom and use it when necessary.

4. Staff, volunteers, and children must wash their hands with soap and running water at appropriate times.

5. Assistant Teachers will be instructed by Teachers on the supervision of outdoor and indoor play areas among staff to increase safety for children.

6. Will consult with families immediately when problems are suspected or identified.

7. Assistant Teacher will implement the procedures of notifying parents in the event of an emergency involving their child will be established in collaboration with the ED Manager and Health Coordinator.

8. Assistant Teacher will follow established procedures for handling cases of suspected or known child abuse and neglect that comply with applicable Federal, State, and Tribal laws.

9. Staff will know how to work a fire extinguisher.

E.) Nutrition Area

1. Assistant Teacher will encourage children to eat or taste food, without force.

F.) Parent Participation Area

1. To encourage parents to become integrally involved in the development of the program's curriculum.

2. To encourage participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits to discuss their child’s development and education.

3. Will consult with parents immediately when problems are suspected or identified upon consultation with the

Teacher and ED Manager.

4. Will assist the teacher in notifying parents of opportunities for training.

5. Will assist the teacher in sending home monthly calendars.

6. Will assist the teacher in developing and implementing Parent classroom committees.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Must provide certification of successful completion of Early Childhood I within the first six (6) months of employment and Early Childhood II within the first year of employment.
• Must enroll in the Early Childhood Associates Program.
• The ability to obtain First Aid and Tot Saver CPR is mandatory.
• Shaken Baby training is required.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• Must maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with Privacy Act.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with staff, parents, community members, and other child support systems in the best interest of children is required.
• Ability to provide cultural sensitivity. Must maintain strict confidentially in accordance with the Privacy Act.
• Must be dependable. Excellent attendance is required.
• Must have a positive attitude and enjoy working with children.

Background Check:

This position is contingent on the required ability to pass a Bad River caregiver background check when working with children and/or the elderly.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must meet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be able to pass annual medical/physical examination which certifies individuals are physically able to work with preschool children. Must be able to pass tuberculosis testing. Must be physically able to lift children into and out of Head Start furniture and equipment, as necessary. Must be able to participate in pre- school activities with children in Head Start. The position may require sitting for extended periods. Some standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting to 50 lbs. on occasion is required.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. This position is subject to inside and outside work. The noise level may be moderate to loud.

Drug-Free Workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, P.L. 100-690, and the Bad River

Tribe’s Employee Policy & Procedures Handbook. Indian Preference will be given in accordance with P.L. 93-638

and the Tribe’s Preference Policy.

Send Application and Resume To:

Bad River Tribe

Attn: Human Resources

P.O. Box 39

Odanah, WI 54861

http://www.badriver-nsn.gov/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.28 - $22.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Odanah, WI 54861: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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