ABOUT US:
Our mission is to prepare each student for college with an enhanced knowledge of the Ojibwe language, culture, leadership, and environmental stewardship.
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.
The educational philosophy and school culture at Endazhi-Nitaawiging will be grounded in the Seven Values that inform the schools Vision and Mission:
Manaajiidiwin (respect)
Nibwaakaawin (wisdom)
Zoongideewin (courage)
Enigok izhichigewin (commitment)
Mashkawiayaawin (resilience)
Bagosendamowin (hope)
Niigaaniziwin (leadership)
We will teach our students to enjoy that natural curiosity about the world and to love learning about their place in the world. Our purpose as a school is to help all of our students learn their true inherent identities through a lens of Ojibwe language and culture and to build on a sense of who we are as a revitalized and thriving Red Lake community.
POSITION TITLE
Special Education Teacher
POSITION SUMMARY
At Endazhi-Nitaawiging, we understand ourselves to be obligated to support the unique genius of every individual student who enrolls in our school. We will engage each and every learner, meeting them where they come to us to take them as far as they can go. A Special Education Teacher at Endazhi-Nitaawiging is committed to academic and personal excellence for every student. He or she will understand what it means to be a lifelong learner and participate in ongoing professional development goal setting, learning and reflection in each school year. 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. The Special Education Teacher will work as a team member and report to the Special Education Director and Head of School.
DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND STRENGTHS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND STRENGTHS
Endazhi-Nitaawiging will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.
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Our mission is to prepare each student for college with an enhanced knowledge of the Ojibwe language, culture, leadership, and environmental stewardship.
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.
The educational philosophy and school culture at Endazhi-Nitaawiging will be grounded in the Seven Values that inform the schools Vision and Mission:
Manaajiidiwin (respect)
Nibwaakaawin (wisdom)
Zoongideewin (courage)
Enigok izhichigewin (commitment)
Mashkawiayaawin (resilience)
Bagosendamowin (hope)
Niigaaniziwin (leadership)
We will teach our students to enjoy that natural curiosity about the world and to love learning about their place in the world. Our purpose as a school is to help all of our students learn their true inherent identities through a lens of Ojibwe language and culture and to build on a sense of who we are as a revitalized and thriving Red Lake community.
POSITION SUMMARY
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 as much as possible. Our teachers are expected to learn how to integrate land-based learning and environmental learning experiences into their instruction.
DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES
Create and implement an effective, high-quality, rigorous program that builds bi-literacy skills and multicultural appreciation via a variety of instructional techniquesEstablish a culture for learning that is positive, inclusive and challenging environment of respect, exploration and perseveranceProvide for the individual learning needs of all studentsDevelop curriculum using research-based best practices which meets MN state standardsEvaluate each student's progress in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in relationship to the age and ability of students in both English & of the Ojibwe o Assessments in language reflect ACTFL, SOPA/COPE & Boyd-Batstone, listening, speaking, reading and writing proficiency descriptionsWork collaborative and cohesively with specialists and grade level teachersCommunicate with parents, counselors and administration on student progress and concernsAttend parent teacher conferences, staff professional development, and other required meetingsArticulate orally and in writingMaintain required program and student recordsDemonstrate knowledge of Endazhi-Nitaawiging policies and practicesREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND STRENGTHS
2+ years professional teaching experience, preferably in American Indian focused educational programIn-depth knowledge and experience working with the Minnesota Indian community including families/students, elders, and community organizationsDemonstrated commitment to Native language revitalization and academic excellence for Indian childrenRespect for and uplifting of diverse cultural elements of language, tradition, citizenship status, customs, attitudes, migration stories, and humility as core values of the organizational cultureExcellent verbal and written communication skills, superb interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skillsAbility to maintain good working relationships with staff, partners, volunteers, parents, and othersKnowledge and facility with various computer and educational software programsAbility to travel in and out of state, obtain a valid MN drivers license, and obtain current auto insuranceMust successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and State, Federal or International Background checksPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES AND STRENGTHS
Minnesota Teaching License; Experience in teaching at the elementary school levelKnowledge of land-based learning and experiential learningMediation and restorative justice skillsExperience teaching Social Emotional LearningHOW TO APPLY
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Endazhi Nitaawiging Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.
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