Job Code: 25-9044 Salary: $17.44 - $27.02
Exempt: Non-exempt, Full-time, 1-year term Location: ACR/KLP Building
Department: Education Reports to: Language Specialist
Telecommute: No Fleet: Yes
SUMMARY:
The Language Teaching Assistant will assist the Language Specialists with teaching students in a full-immersion Mohawk language teaching environment to increase language fluency. The Language Specialists and Language Teaching Assistant will focus on establishing a strong Mohawk language foundation through daily classroom instruction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but not limited to:
- Provide daily assistance to the Language Specialist.
- Assist in Curriculum Development.
- Assist in providing daily instruction to the students in the Mohawk language.
- Maintain records of the students’ progress and attendance.
- Participate in workshops or events conducted by the program.
- Promote health and safety of Á:se Tsi Tewà:ton/ Kanienkéha Language Program.
- Provide monthly reports.
- Other classroom duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous teaching experience in the Mohawk Language.
- Knowledge of written and oral Mohawk Language skills.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, community members, and facilitators of the Á:se Tsi Tewà:ton/ Kanienkéha Language Program.
- Must be available to work at flexible hours considering the cultural activity and seasonal changes.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Consideration will be given to an equivalent, relevant combination of education/experience.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Certification in Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPI) is an asset.
- Computer literacy is preferred.
- Knowledge of ceremonies is an asset.
- First language speaker is an asset.
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the nondiscrimination policy based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status, or any other non-job related factor.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.
The successful candidate must pass a test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check prior to employment being confirmed.
Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.
INTERVIEW
Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.
EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.