Iñupiaq Language Teacher (Secondary)

North Slope Borough School District•Wainwright, AK

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal and/or assistant principal, the teacher is responsible for the implementation of research-based instructional strategies that direct the learning process and achievement of assigned students by developing, nurturing, and sustaining a school and classroom culture conducive to student learning. All instruction provided for students will be individualized, meaning differences in individual learning style, rate of learning, level of maturation, and level of achievement will provide the basis for instructional decision-making. Teachers are expected to vary materials, rate of instruction, and methodology based upon frequent assessment. The role also involves adhering to the NSBSD Board of Education Strategic Plan and NSBSD Pedagogy.

Requirements

Active standing in an approved Iñupiaq Studies and/or Education program.
Understands and speaks some conversational Iñupiaq.
Knowledge and appreciation of Iñupiaq traditions, values and customs.
Knowledge of best practices in teaching including constructivist approaches, hands-on learning and language development.
Knowledge of/experience in developing and supporting family involvement in education.
Understands Iñupiaq pedagogical philosophy.
Knowledge of language acquisition theory and practice.
Willingness to engage in ongoing study of language learning, Iñupiaq language and culture and developmentally appropriate practices for children.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Iñupiaq Studies and/or Education preferred.
Alaska Teacher Certificate, Type M – Limited Certificate, preferred.
Speaks Iñupiaq, fluently preferred.

Responsibilities

Planning for the instructional needs of all students; attending to the special needs of students; having high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
Implementing district curriculum; providing instruction that promotes language development, skill development, knowledge acquisition and reasoning.
Using a variety of assessments to inform instruction; creating an environment that maximizes student learning.
Practicing and applying Iñupiaq pedagogical principles.
Developing ongoing partnerships that enhance student learning with an emphasis on partnerships with parents and community.
Collaborating with colleagues and community/parent volunteers.
Modeling and teaching Iñupiaq values with a sensitivity to diversity.
Educating the whole child intellectually, spiritually, socially, culturally, emotionally, physically.
Demonstrating continuous professional growth.
Supervise and train instructional paraprofessionals in providing services to students as needed.
Abide by the code of ethics and the professional teaching standards adopted by the professional Teaching Practice Commission of the State.
Adhering to District policies and regulations.
Performing such other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may assign.