Cultural Instructor at Kenaitze Indian Tribe in Kenai, Alaska

Job Description:

Culture Instructor
Revision Date:4/19/2021
Department:Education
Employment Status:Full-Time
Program:Yaghanen K-12
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Reports To:Elementary or Middle-High School Coordinator
Schedule:40 Hours/52 Weeks
Supervises:N/A
Preference:TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary
The Culture Instructor will learn, and then instruct youth in all current Kenaitze Cultural Programs, including Native Youth Olympics, Traditional Dena'ina dance, music, art, and Huch'ulyeshi Outdoor Way of Living. Culture Instructors will facilitate some courses through distance delivery blended learning with the support of content-area experts, as well as deliver in-person culture courses based on their own cultural areas of expertise. Culture Instructors will engage in learning the Dena'ina language and will receive training to teach Dena'ina language. Culture Instructors will provide drug, alcohol and suicide prevention and intervention services to youth based on the Tribe's values, tradition and culture through after school programs and summer camps. The Culture Instructor will be responsible for providing cultural support to Yaghanen staff working on projects and activities.
Essential Functions
Provide supervision and direct instruction for youth participating in the Tribe's youth culture and language programs, including summer camps, Native Youth Olympics, Jabila'ina Dance Group, and Del Dumi Drum Group, and tutoringDevelop and implement cultural education courses and presentations in a public settingWorks as a team member with Yaghanen staff as well as other Departments of the Tribe as directed to insure cultural programming is appropriately reflected in all tribal programsAssist Yaghanen K-12 team in researching, programs and concepts for Yaghanen programs, assesses program needs and performanceInstruct and manage youth during Yaghanen summer and winter programs. Responsible for proactive family communication and record management for YaghanenTransport youth and items (including lifting & driving) for Yaghanen programsModel appropriate behavior for youthWork as a team member with Yaghanen staff to ensure safety for all field programs
It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.
Working Conditions
Lifting Requirements
Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Requirements
Stand or Sit (Stationary position)Walk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)Pushing or PullingRepetitive Motion
Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions
Exposure to DustExposure Extreme TemperaturesWetNoise
OSHA Categories
Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur
Equipment and Tools
List Equipment used for job: Occasional use of hand tools
List Tools: Shovels, saws, axes, hammers, screw drivers
Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Yes
Travel
LocalIn-State
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience
Minimum of one year of experience working with youthA deep understanding of and appreciation for the Kenaitze Dena'ina culture, history and traditionsExperience in public speaking preferred
License/Certification
Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire
Preferred
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities25 years of age preferred
Special Skills
Creative, energetic and motivated approach to achieving goalsDemonstrate ability to manage multiple goals, projects, and deadlinesDemonstrate ability to lead, adapt, and align programs with changeAble to work a varied work schedule, travel to events, competitions and campsAbility to lift 30 pounds and be physically activeConducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others