Education Resource Specialist

Poarch Band of Creek Indians • Atmore, AL

10d

About The Position

The Education Resource Specialist is a key line-level position responsible for serving as a liaison between the Education Department and the local school system and designing and implementing programs to assist Tribal students in need of academic support. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned. This role plays a strong commitment to understanding and embracing the Poarch Creek Indians Values of Perseverance, Opportunity, Accountability, Respect, Culture, and Honesty.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must have at least two (2) years’ experience working with youth.
• Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain during the first week of employment.
• Must possess and maintain First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.
• Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully.
• Must pass relevant skills assessment demonstrating proficiency in reading comprehension, grammar, and remedial/advanced-level mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers with the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Word, Excel, etc. Must successfully complete and pass the required pre-employment computer skills exam.
• Absolute confidentiality.
• Must always be friendly and courteous, possess exemplary customer service skills, and relate well to people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.
• Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom-based support to Tribal students who are struggling academically.
• Monitors students’ grades, attendance, etc.
• Participates as directed in the Summer Youth Leadership and Internship programs.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff at their assigned school.
• Acts as an encourager to students as they continue working toward their educational goals.
• Reports problem areas to supervisor and Education Department as needed.
• Refers students to the appropriate services as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other volunteer insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• 401K with matching
• bonuses
• COLA increase

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees