Elementary Coordinator - Kenai, United States - Kenaitze Indian Tribe

Description

Job Description

Elementary Coordinator

Department: Education

Program: Yaghanen K-12

Reports to: Yaghanen K-12 Administrator

Supervisor: Culture Instructors

Employment Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 40 Hours/52 Weeks

Preference: TERO Ordinance , P.L

Job Summary

To create a successful environment that will promote the growth and development of Kindergarten through sixth grade children and families. Elementary Coordinator will maintain on-going contact with families, and work with all other program components (health, nutrition, parent, family and community engagement, and mental health) as well as school district teachers to integrate educational goals and developmentally appropriate practices into the family setting and encourage health and well-being of the child

Essential Functions

• Plans and implements culturally and developmentally appropriate programming for on-site after school and summer programs
• Creates a positive atmosphere for children that follows a consistent schedule which includes small and large group experiences, homework completion, daily literacy time, Dena'ina language, choice time, skill development, eat snack with children in family style, effective activity transitions, social skills curriculum
• Prepares monthly reports, lesson plans, screening results, and documented parent contacts
• Compile information for grant reporting. Prepare reports to meet the grant requirements
• Coordinates the development of a multicultural oriented general curriculum and classroom procedures with the assistance of the other departments in the Education Division and the Tribe
• Works closely with coordinators and staff to ensure children receive individualized services, including; observations, assessment, individualized development plans that include parental input; and that center plans reflect children's developmental levels and uniqueness
• Ensures adequate materials and supplies are available for classroom to meet individual children needs
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Pushing or Pulling

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Wet
• Noise

OSHA Categories

• Category II- Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: office equiptment

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Both

Travel

• Local
• In-State

Qualifications

Education

• BS/BA in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or related field, or a combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree
• Three (3) years of experience in an education setting

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

License/Certification

• Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy
• Pediatric/Adult CPR First Aide within 90 days of hire

Special Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Knowledge of and ability to develop developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum and material
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.