Now Open - 4 Positions at Endazhi-Nitaawiging Charter School

Endazhi-Nitaawiging Charter School

• The ultimate goal of the educational program at Endazhi-Nitaawiging is to create a school where our students can see themselves in all that they are learning. Endazhi-Nitaawiging will foster a learning environment for young people grounded in Anishinaabe culture that focuses not just on instruction in academics but also on social-emotional well-being. We are firm believers in the Indigenous genius that exists among our people.

• Our teachers will be expected to know each of their students as a learner and to encourage them to be curious and challenge them to excel. Endazhi-Nitaawiging will challenge every educator at the school to develop a thoroughly indigenized pedagogy, a way of teaching that reflects Ojibwe ways of knowing and that employs the Ojibwe language as the medium of instruction whenever possible. Our teachers are expected to learn how to integrate land-based learning and environmental learning experiences into their instruction.

Elementary Education Teacher

Open: Nov 1, 2022 - Until filled

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish a culture for learning that is positive, inclusive and challenging environment of respect, exploration and perseverance

• Develop core curriculum using research-based best practices which meet MN state standards

• Ensure the wellbeing and safety of children at all times

• Implement an effective, high-quality, rigorous program that builds bi-literacy skills and multicultural appreciation

• Write lesson plans and other materials that conform to commonly accepted style and format

Required Qualifications/Competencies/Strengths:

• 2+ years professional teaching experience

• Respect for and uplifting of diverse cultural elements of language, tradition, citizenship status, customs, attitudes, migration stories, and humility as core values of the organizational culture.

• Demonstrated commitment to Native language revitalization and academic excellence for Indian children

• General knowledge of several subjects

• Ability to travel in and out of state, obtain a valid MN driver's license, and obtain current auto insurance

• Successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checks

Special Education Paraprofessional

Open: Nov 1, 2022 - Until filled

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Special Education Teacher in special education services delivery models such as pull-out, push-in, co-teaching, resource room, alternative instruction, level 3 specialized classrooms as assigned

• Collaborates with other professionals/stakeholders working with the student. Implements any accommodations and makes any modifications for designated students as indicated in the students' Section 504 and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Strengths:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in education or an equivalent combination of education and experience permitting one to obtain appropriate licensure as a teacher by the Minnesota Department of Education.

• Demonstrated commitment to Native language revitalization and academic excellence for Indian children

• Respect for and uplifting of diverse cultural elements of language, tradition, citizenship status, customs, attitudes, migration stories, and humility as core values of the organizational culture.

• Ability to write lesson plans and other materials that conform to commonly accepted style and format

• Ability to travel in and out of state, obtains a valid MN driver's license, and obtain current auto insurance

• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checks

Part-Time Substitute Teacher

Open: Nov 1, 2022 - Until filled

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans provided by teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students

• Ensure the wellbeing and safety of children at all times

• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment

• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in any other learning spaces

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Strengths:

• Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in education

• Commitment to applying for Substitute Teacher license

• Demonstrated commitment to Ojibwe language revitalization and academic excellence for all students

• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checks

Head of School

Open: Nov 1, 2022 - Until filled

Position Summary: The Board of Directors is seeking an energetic and passionate leader to guide this unique educational program. The Head of School will always be on campus during regular school hours, overseeing day-to-day operations, and for implementing the vision, mission and core values of Endazhi-Nitaawiging. The Head of School builds, trains and leads a highly qualified faculty and staff, and together they attend to the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical growth of each child. Administratively, the Head of School will oversee the effective development of Endazhi-Nitaawiging's educational program. Head of School will report to the Endazhi-Nitaawiging Executive Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Builds and trains a highly qualified and effective faculty and staff

• Oversees day-to-day operations, while mitigating any conflict within the school community

• Ensures best practices are practiced and achieved in all aspects of the daily operation, instruction, curriculum development, and other activities of the school

• Oversee all academic and educational programming, including coordinating Special Education Services

• Provide on-going implementation, progress monitoring and evaluation of academic performances and programs

• Develop partnerships to enhance learning opportunities aligned to school mission in the diverse cultural and natural environments

• Coordinate and provide professional development planning, scheduling and activities

• Ensure that student's meet the school's code of conduct

• Plans for and maintains technology needs

• Secondary point of contact with Charter School Authorizer, Red Lake Tribal Council and other strategic partnerships

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop school strategic plan consistent with school goals, including instructional coaching, community involvement and securing necessary resources for continuous improvement

• Collaborate with the Executive Director in the development of agendas for monthly meetings with the Endazhi-Nitaawiging Board of Directors and other on-going committees and consultants

• Actively participates in Board meetings on a scheduled, monthly

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to evaluate and recognize employees and contracted services with effective feedback and plans for improvement

• Collaborate with the Executive Director on the preliminary and revised annual budget for the school

• Timely student and employee recruitment are initiated and completed

• Relevant and regular student and community special events are scheduled and advertised effectively

• Manage the annual operating plan, sets short-term objectives

• Manage financial expenses ensuring they do not exceed income and accurate monthly expense reports

• Well considered agendas are planned and communicated for Board of Directors, committees, parent information nights, parent-teacher-student conferences, presentations of learning student/community events and other school-community meetings

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Strengths:

• MA in Education, Educational Leadership, Special Education or related field

• Understanding of Indigenous perspectives and willingness to learn more about Ojibwe language and culture

• School Administrator License or Professional Development Plan to obtain Administrative Licensure

• At least three years teaching and/or administration in public schools, coordinating programs and/or working with direct services with exceptional students

• Experience developing and managing operating budgets

• Experience with board governance

• Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, partners, volunteers, parents, and others.

• Ability to travel in and out of state, obtains a valid MN driver's license, and obtain current auto insurance

• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checks

How to Apply

Please apply to the job via the job board at http://www.redlakecharterschool.com/job-board. Please also send a cover letter and resume highlighting experience and qualifications related to this job with three letter of references, and documentation of licensure credentials or statement of ability to meet licensure requirements to Endazhi-Nitaawiging via email at info@redlakecharterschool.com.