Teacher (Santa Rosa)

Tohono O•Sells, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher provides early childhood education to enrolled children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth and development, and maintains a safe and healthy learning environment. The work is performed under limited supervision and is normally reviewed upon completion for compliance with organizational and departmental goals, policies, and procedures. Procedures and guidelines allow flexibility in selecting methods, setting priorities, and planning and coordinating projects. The Teacher develops lesson plans, provides and supervises learning experiences across curriculum areas, supports children’s language development and cultural pride, and encourages independence, self-care, and cooperative social behavior. The role includes monitoring children’s progress, communicating with parents, maintaining classroom and playground safety, and accompanying or transporting children on trips or activities. The Teacher may assume Center Coordinator responsibilities as needed and may be required to travel within the Nation, work extended hours or varied schedules, and demonstrate fluency in both Tohono O’odham and English based on departmental needs.

Requirements

At least an associate degree in Early Childhood or a relevant degree and three years of work experience with children in a group or educational setting; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Child Development and one year of such experience. The bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge of O’odham traditions, language, history, and culture.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and tribal laws, regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of early childhood development and diet and nutrition guidelines.
Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
Skill in operating word-processing programs and other office equipment.
Skill in directing groups of children, evaluating progress, and maintaining an orderly classroom.
Skill in writing lesson plans and using curriculum guides.
Skill in providing superior customer service to internal and external customers.
Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Ability to maintain privileged and confidential information.
Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
Ability to travel throughout the internal and external boundaries of the Nation.
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications within the first six months of hire.
Satisfy health requirements defined by federal program standards.
Undergo a criminal background check, National FBI check, and 39-month Motor Vehicle Record review upon recommendation for hire.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, with no DUIs or major traffic citations within the previous three years.
If required to operate program vehicles, meet the Tohono O’odham Nation tribal employer’s insurance requirements for a driver’s permit.
Based on departmental needs, may be required to demonstrate fluency in both Tohono O’odham and English as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Child Development.

Responsibilities

Develop written daily, weekly, and monthly lesson plans that support each child’s physical, intellectual, and social development.
Plan activities that stimulate growth in language, social, and motor skills while avoiding overstimulation or fatigue.
Provide and supervise experiences across curriculum areas, including dramatic play, storytelling, field trips, and group discussion.
Encourage children to communicate in O’odham and English and to take pride in their cultural heritage.
Provide resources for referrals for special needs, including speech, hearing, and behavior modification.
Promote children’s independence by assigning responsibilities and challenging them with increasingly difficult tasks.
Accompany and/or transport children to field trips or activities.
Instruct children in personal cleanliness and self-care.
Foster cooperative social behavior, self-expression, and appreciation of esthetic experiences.
Inspect materials, classrooms, and playgrounds routinely to ensure cleanliness and safety.
Maintain effective working relationships with parents, provide opportunities for parent participation, and meet regularly with parents.
Observe and record each child’s progress and growth to plan future lessons and share information with parents.
Establish classroom rules and routines understood and accepted by children and their parents.
Assume Center Coordinator responsibilities as needed.
Maintain professional knowledge by attending meetings, conferences, and educational workshops.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned and contribute to a team effort.