Elder Speaker

ABOUT US

Our mission is to prepare each student for college with an enhanced knowledge of the Ojibwe language, culture, leadership, and environmental stewardship.

The ultimate goal of the educational program at Endazhi-Nitaawiging is to create a school where our students can see themselves in all that they are learning. Endazhi-Nitaawiging will foster a learning environment for young people grounded in Anishinaabe culture that focuses not just on instruction in academics but also on social-emotional well-being. We are firm believers in the Indigenous genius that exists among our people.

The educational philosophy and school culture at Endazhi-Nitaawiging will be grounded in the Seven Values that Inform the school’s Vision and Mission:

• Manaaji’idiwin (respect)
• Nibwaakaawin (wisdom)
• Zoongide’ewin (courage)
• Enigok izhichigewin (commitment)
• Mashkawi’ayaawin (resilience)
• Bagosendamowin (hope)
• Niigaaniziwin (leadership)

POSITION TITLE

Elder Speaker

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Head of School, we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Elder Speaker to join our team. The Elder Speaker will play a vital role in ensuring the Ojibwe language is being transferred to the students and staff within the school community. The ideal candidate should be a first language speaker of Ojibwe.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach and speak Ojibwe to maintain a language learning setting.
• Support teachers in Ojibwemowin learning activities, lesson plans, curriculum development, and in the classroom, etc.
• Work closely and effectively with youth, families, and elders.
• Ability to work in small groups or one-on-one for Ojibwemowin learning activities.
• Provide Ojibwemowin seven teachings and values throughout the school community.
• Ojibwemowin storytelling.
• Encourage and support new ideas and approaches to learning the Ojibwe language literacy in oral/written form.
• Work with school staff on Ojibwemowin learning for the purpose of increasing Ojibwemowin knowledge and retention.
• Participate in staff development, staff meetings, and Ojibwemowin planning activities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience in second language acquisition and Education.
• Be punctual and professional in all job-related activities.
• Ability to organize and maintain records relating to Ojibwemowin.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Strong skills in oral and written communication, including collaboration, leadership, and mentoring.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, partners, volunteers, parents, and others.
• Ability to travel in and out of state, obtain a valid MN driver’s license, and obtain current auto insurance.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter and resume highlighting experience and qualifications related to this job and documentation of credentials to the Endazhi-Nitaawiging online portal.

Endazhi-Nitaawiging Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. Endazhi-Nitaawiging will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.