Elementary Teacher

Tribal School

Class Description #4997

Contract Position

Revised 07/02/2015

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under direct supervision of the Tribal School Administrator, the purpose of the position is to provide instruction to children in the elementary grades. 

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instruct students utilizing best teaching practices in conjunction with required textbooks and other instructional resources to meet grade level standards.

Maintain daily attendance records and other records as required.

Maintain discipline in the classroom and in the general proper of Menominee Tribal School incorporating positive behavior interventions and supports. 

Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops.

Instill an atmosphere of self-worth and exercise methods to enhance the self-esteem of the students.

Perform school-related duties, such as sponsoring student-related programs and activities.

Maintain regular contact with parents of students to apprise parents of student’s academic and social progress.

Collect on-going academic and behavior data to guide instruction. 

Perform related duties as directed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Must be a graduate of a four (4) Year College or University with a K-8 field of study preferred, 1-6 field of study accepted.  Must be licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction at the level of instruction intended.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

CANDIDATES SHALL BE SUBJECT TO A CAREGIVER BACKGROUND CHECK TO INCLUDE FINGERPRINTING.

Candidates selected for hire will be subject to a drug test and employment will be contingent on results of said test.

Employment is contingent upon appropriate grade level or certification of the Teacher.  This certification shall be through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, and may take the form of an emergency or temporary license.  All teaching assignments will be based on licensing/certification.

Must possess the ability to effectively discipline students in a trustful manner.

Must possess the ability to interact cooperatively with peers, parents and supervisor in a manner conforming to the school philosophy.  

Must submit college transcripts

Must submit three professional letters of reference. 

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Must be able to work in a properly collegial relationship with co-workers.  Must be able to interact with other departments within the Tribe in the spirit of compromise.  Must be able to take on additional responsibilities in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork.  Must be able to maintain an atmosphere of trust, fairness and respect and be mutually supportive with co-workers.  Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality.