Job Description:

Apply on SRPMIC website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srpmic/jobs/4369213/early-childhood-education-assistant-teacher?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs 

Join our vibrant school system dedicated to educational excellence!  We are actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Education Leader to join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of young children and families.  The ideal candidate will have experience leading Early Head Start & Head Start Centers within Native American communities.  

Seeking an outstanding School Leader that will:

• Lead the implementation of culturally relevant early childhood curricula that reflect Native American traditions and values.
• Lead and mentor a team of dedicated staff to ensure high quality teaching practices and professional growth.  
• Foster strong relationships with families and the community to support children’s holistic development.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Early Childhood Education Center, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all children.   Strong background in managing staff and budgets are needed.
• Conduct ongoing assessment and evaluations to monitor program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance resources and opportunities for the children and families.
• Leverage strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Apply their experience in working in Native American Communities or diverse communities. 
• Implement excellent communication, collaboration, and follow through skills.  

What you bring:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Educational Leadership or a closely related field. Applicants with a Master’s degree in a “closely related field” must have a minimum of 18 credit hours in Early Childhood or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience in Head Start, Child Care, Early Elementary Grades or closely related program. 
• Four (4) years progressively responsible fulltime work experience supervising, managing, and overseeing staff/administrative responsibilities for a related program is required.   
• Preference will be given to applicants who possess a Master’s degree in Education Administration or Early Childhood Education Administration.

Why should you apply? 

• Competitive Salary
• Diverse culture
• 13 paid holidays
• Retirement Plan
• Health Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
• Wellness Program – Earn credits toward cash or time off

Join us in making a difference in the lives of students and families! 

For full Job Description please contact: Ki-Ana.Loring2@SRPMIC-nsn.gov

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. 

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date. 

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. 

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.