Summary
This position is part of the St Stephen's Indian School, Bureau of Indian Education. As a Head Teacher (Elementary) you will be responsible to organize and manage a specific educational program or department with the school (e.g., special education, elementary, middle school, etc.). This position requires SCHOOL YEAR CONTRACT per Public Law 95-561 and will require contract renewal on an annual basis. This position IS NOT suitable for telework or remote consideration under any circumstances.
Responsibilities
As Head Teacher (Elementary)- CY-1710, your typical work assignments may include the following: The Head Teacher organizes and manages a specific educational program or department with the school (e.g., special education, gifted and talented, elementary, middle school, etc.). The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the program/department. Activities may include scheduling of leave; assignment of teaching areas or rooms, staff critiques or evaluations; ordering of supplies; budget preparation; scheduling professional services; developing curriculum; selecting adapted textbooks; attending school board meetings; teaching; etc. The incumbent will represent the program/department at staff meetings, planning sessions, budget reviews, etc. The incumbent provides instruction at the professional level, as a classroom Teacher, as a team Teacher according to the setting and organizational structure of the school. The incumbent supports the planning and implementation of educational initiatives; integrates new developments, research findings and best practices into ongoing programs; and identifies and develops appropriate curriculum and school-based assessments to support the academic growth of students
Qualifications
Basis of Rating: All applicants for this position will be rated based upon the documentation submitted. Applications may be further evaluated by subject matter expert. The judgment of qualifications will be based on the material submitted; therefore, it is to the applicant's advantage to give complete and thorough responses and to present information in a neat and orderly fashion. In order to qualify, you must meet the education, licensure, AND experience requirements contained in the approved job category for P.L. 95-561 described below. Education Requirement: Master's degree with a minimum of 12 graduate semester hours in School Administration from accredited institution (or equivalent which may have completed six-year university administration program with degree from an accredited institution, degree must include minimum of 12 graduate semester hours in school administration) Experience Requirement: Per Job Category Standard #020-01, this position has a qualification requirement of two (2) years of experience in school administration, teaching, counseling, or other professional education experience related to the position. Per 62 BIAM, Chapter 11 - Creditable Experience - must be gained after receiving the minimum required degree and in a position essentially identical to the approved professional job category, may be credited. Human Resources Office will consider paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. Certification/Licensure Requirement: All professional educators must meet the certification standards for their position in the state where the position is location. Some agency/schools may require the incumbent to meet the regional accrediting association requirements. Must possess and maintain a valid State issued Teacher licensure or certification in the appropriate specialty (e.g., special education, elementary, secondary, etc.) in the State where the position is located. Emergency and provisional certificates may be considered under the conditions that the State certification authority has issued those type of certificates. Neither foreign nor DODEA certification is acceptable. Applicants with valid State Certification in a State other than where the position is located may be considered. If selected, they will be issued a provisional contract to outline the requirement to obtain full appropriate Certification within two full contract terms.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required. Applicant is responsible for reading the 'How to Apply' and 'Required Documents' Sections for accuracy and completeness of application. If you are a male applicant born after 12-31-1959, you are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act and the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 (https://www.sss.gov), in order to be eligible for appointment to this agency. A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Incumbent may be required, as an incidental duty, to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Must possess and maintain valid State-issued Teacher licensure/certification in the appropriate specialty (e.g., special education, elementary, secondary, etc.) (or equivalent Administrator) licensure/certification in the State where the position is located. This position is EXEMPT from Fair Labor Standards Act. Probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. Probationary period is three full contract terms during which your fitness and continued employment will be evaluated. Initial appointments under Public Law 95-561 do not confer competitive nor career status.
Education
To meet the education requirements, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts. Officials and unofficial transcripts (photocopy or original) may be submitted. Advisement or web-printouts are NOT acceptable. Official transcripts are REQUIRED UPON SELECTION. NOTE: Be sure to check that official transcripts are not locked or encrypted when uploaded AND that ALL pages (including transcript key) are viewable. Education must have been obtained from an accredited or pre-accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. For further information on creditable education visit: Accreditation: Postsecondary Education Institutions | U.S. Department of Education Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Pay tables for Bureau of Indian Education Title 25 positions can be found online on BIE website. Bargaining Unit Status: This position IS NOT covered by Bargaining Unit/Union. Travel and relocations expenses WILL NOT be paid. Direct Deposit of pay is required. Government Quarters MAY be available. This position is EXEMPT from Fair Labor Standards Act.