Gookonaanig Endaawaad (Grandma's House) (OOG) Language Nest Facilitator

JOB TITLE: Gookonaanig Endaawaad (Grandma’s House) (OOG) Language Nest Facilitator Division/Department: Child Care/Administration Location: Grandma’s House – On site Reports To: Child Care Development Administrator Probationary Period: 90 days – Full time; 120 days – Part time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Classification: Child Related CA Driver’s License: Level 1- Driver’s License Required. Rate of Pay: $26.95-$30.32 Responsibilities: Create and implement daily programming/scheduling Facilitate children’s nest programming outdoors in all weather conditions and during weekend and summer camps. Work independently with elders and nest staff to create curriculum for nest programming and grant projects Prepare and maintain developmentally appropriate spaces for children that align with the philosophies of the nest. Maintain day to day operations of classroom and child programming Assist Cultural Specialist in planning, preparing, and serving traditional foods when appropriate for programming Create supply list and program schedule well in advance for staff to purchase supplies Meet with parents regularly to discuss programming with their children and address any concerns that arise. Work with nest staff to develop and implement at home nest structure and pre- and post-partum nest programming Prepare all language resources needed for adults in programming to be able to complete all nest activities in the language Assist in documenting and implementing grant activities where appropriate Work collaboratively with nest team to facilitate programming for the Gookonaanig Endaawaad (Grandma’s House) language nest program. Assist with set-up and cleanup of the nest program. Follow all curriculum development, recording and archiving protocols. Transports participants to program activities. Attends annual language assessment session. Appropriate work attire is required. Must attend all mandatory department trainings. Ensures confidentiality of all financial records and all records for employees and/or clients. Displays a responsive and professional manner in promptly responding to all requests, complaints, and problems. Recognizes that each employee is a representative of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and is responsible for demonstrating courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to the needs of all others, including visitors and co-workers. Represents the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the department in a positive and professional manner in the community. Required to maintain proper attendance including reporting to work on time in accordance with applicable policies. Maintains a clean and organized work area. Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary. Qualifications: Valid Driver’s License issued in the US is required. Coursework in child development and early childhood is required; if coursework is not obtained at the time of hire, courses will be provided and must be taken during employment. Advanced knowledge of hearing, speaking, reading, and writing Ojibwe double vowel system is required. CPR and First Aide certification is required; if not certified at the time of hire, employee must become certified within 3 months of hire. Employment is contingent upon this requirement and must be kept current for the duration of employment. Training will be provided. Knowledge of computer applications to include word processing, data entry and or data bases. spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook is required. Knowledge of Native American communities, culture, customs, and beliefs is required. Demonstrated experience working with Native American clients, communities and is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity is required. Knowledge about Native language preservation and revitalization is preferred. . One year immersion environm…

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