General Information

1. D/Lakota Language instructor will put together informative and engaging lesson plans for the D/Lakota language classes
2. D/Lakota Language teachers will be expected to use a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects which promote student engagement and enrichment towards the language revitalization goals of the AIS program.
3. As technology becomes an increasingly large part of education, D/Lakota language teachers may be required to have and teach language skills using technology i.e. iPads.
4. The teacher will provide instruction D/Lakota language to the students that will assist in their knowledge of D/Lakota language to include: speaking, writing, and reading.

Minimum Qualifications:

A valid American Indian History & Culture license or Dakota license for the appropriate grade level and subject area issued by the Minnesota Department of Education.

Must speak Ojibwe

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the core curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
2. Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities.
3. Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
4. Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles.
5. Knowledge of instructional technologies.
6. Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
7. Strong interpersonal skills to include the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
8. Excellent organizational skills.
9. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and writing.
10. Ability to plan and implement lessons based upon district and schools goals and objectives.
11. Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
12. Ability to evaluate student performance and to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
13. Ability to work in a cooperative learning environment.
14. Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

1. Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
2. Develop and implement innovative methods for providing instruction to students.
3. Support the Minnesota Graduation Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned.
4. Evaluate student performance in accordance with system used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
5. Maintain contact and communications with parents of students and work with them in the academic development of the student; participate in parent teacher conferences.
6. Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
7. Continue to seek professional growth and development in the curriculum areas for which employed; attend professional development required by the District.
8. Contribute to the District's Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.

PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE

This is a 10 month position working 40 hours per week.

Pay range for this position is: $48,015 - $109,398

Maximum hiring step = step twenty (20)

The full salary schedule is listed in the Teachers contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at thislink (https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/labor-agreements) and by selecting the "Teachers" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found at this link (https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit) and by selecting the "Teachers ¿ Full Time" link.

HOW TO APPLY

This position will be posted through June 25, 2025.

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application.

The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

OTHER INFORMATION

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

EQUITY STATMENT

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.