Teacher - First Nations Studies K-8 - Milwaukee, United States - Milwaukee Public Schools

Milwaukee Public Schools

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Milwaukee, United States

2 weeks ago

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Job Summary:

The First Nations Studies K-8 Teacher primary purpose is to provide services to Native students in K-8 schools where there are high concentrations of First Nations/Native students.

This teacher position will work closely with classroom teachers to define how this position can support the student needs following the Office of Indian Education discretionary grant, providing culturally relevant academic support.

Salary follows the Teacher Salary Schedule

How To Apply:

Qualifications:

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have:

A bachelor's degree and an appropriate teaching license granted by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Knowledge of First Nations Studies with an emphasis on the Woodland Tribes of Wisconsin
Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Skill at organizing resources and establishing priorities
Excellent teamwork skills are essential
The ability to develop effective working relationships with diverse individuals at all levels
Excellent planning and organizational skills
The ability to juggle numerous responsibilities with varying deadlines

Knowledge of Infinite Campus and experience working with children is preferred**As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority.

Responsibilities:

Knowledge of the Woodland Tribes of Wisconsin
Knowledge of Woodland Tribes Teachings and Medicines
Incorporates the learning targets and the goals of the district as approved by the Board of School Directors. Implements Board policies as necessary to improve the educational environment
Plans and organizes material for instruction and presents and reinforces lessons as appropriate
Develops and maintains an environment conductive to learning that prepares students to meet and exceed Wisconsin academic standards, particularly in the areas of Math and English Language Arts. Promotes and graduates students prepared for higher education, careers and citizenship.
Evaluates student progress on a continuous basis and provides feedback to students, parents and appropriate staff members. Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by state law and Board policies
Addresses different learning modalities, including auditory, visual and kinesthetic
Uses appropriate classroom management strategies and relates well to the student population
Participates as a member of the school's learning community to provide answers and guidance to students, parent and the general community. Participates in parent/teacher conferences to support the educational needs of the students
Refers students for additional services as needed
Participates in staff development programs, staff meetings and extracurricular activities. Attends educational conventions and conferences to learn and discuss new methodologies for teaching
Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan
Completes other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.