Early Learning Center Special Education/Behavior Support Teacher Position Available In Escambia, Alabama

Job Announcement:

HR2025:40

Position Title:

Early Learning Center Special Education/Behavior Support Teacher Advertising:

Publicly Department:

Fred L.

McGhee Early Learning Center Division:

Community Services Immediate Supervisor:

Director-Early Learning Center Department Director:

Director-Early Learning Center Employment Status:

Exempt Position Type:

Regular Full-Time Mandatory Reporter:

Yes Background Check Required:

Yes (child-sensitive) •

Opening Date:

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Preference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP. The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama’s only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey. Overview As a leader of others, we are seeking an inspiring leader who excels at fostering engagement, embraces flexibility, and champions a culture of collaboration and growth. In this role, you will have the opportunity to guide and influence others, empowering your team to achieve shared goals and drive meaningful results. Primary Objectives The Early Learning Center Special Education/Behavior Support Teacher is an important leadership role that is responsible for leading, teaching, inspiring, and providing guidance while effectively overseeing the daily operation of the Poarch Creek Indians Early Learning Center. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position. PCI Employees are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs and departmental objectives, as assigned. Leaders of the Poarch Creek Indians will consistently demonstrate the abilities to influence, innovate, flex their style, and problem solve. Essential Functions In the Director’s absence, becomes the next in charge of the facility. Assists the Director-FLMELC in the day-to-day operations of FLMELC. Teaches lessons to students and make accommodations for their learning style or disability. Provides support for students both academically and personally where necessary. Teaches and reinforces socially acceptable behaviors. Keeps accurate information about student progress that can be helpful during routine education assessments. Collaborates with general education teachers and other specialists like speech therapists, behavioral health, occupational therapists, social workers, and physical therapists. Serves as an advocate for a student with a disability. Helps promote inclusive classrooms. Provides appropriate testing assistance. Serves as a liaison for FLMELC between the teacher and parent/guardian when needed. Works alongside ABA intervention team. Responsible for managing and tracking behavior at FLMELC. Which includes being a member of the multidisciplinary team and working with intervention to track behaviors through the Tier process. Monitors and evaluates student behavior. Makes recommendations to the Director and assists in the implementation of behavior plans. Respects students and treat them with dignity in the learning environment. Prepare lessons in advance with the needs of learners in mind. Designs activities to achieve the learning goals of the students. Writes and evaluates IEPs and trains staff in appropriate teaching methods and skills to use with students. Communicates with parents and works alongside the intervention staff to develop and implement BIPs. Supervises the appropriate staff to include, but not limited to, general supervision, performance evaluations, leave approvals, and timesheets, and attendance records. Brings daily inspiration to students and staff, creates a fun, loving, learning environment where meeting the needs of the children is the primary goal. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students. Prepares for classes and shows written evidence of preparation. Uses a variety of instructional techniques, strategies, and media related to the lessons. Assists in the implementation of all policies governing student conduct and develops reasonable rules of behavior. Maintains order in a fair and just manner. Instructs students, individually, and in groups, using various teaching methods designed for young children. Cultivates and maintains excellent communication with students, Education department/school staff, and parents. Organizes and leads activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development. Prepares students for success as they move on to elementary school. Observes and evaluates student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Attends staff meetings as scheduled. Establishes and enforces rules for behavior and for maintaining order among students. Keeps parents up to date on their child’s progress and any problems occurring in the classroom. Praises and supports children using positive reinforcement techniques. Acts as a leader among staff and parents, instilling confidence in the ability to guide the program. Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate person. Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in education with an ESE endorsement required. Master’s degree preferred. Must have a Class A or B Early Childhood -or—Elementary Education teacher certification. Must keep teacher certification active. Three (3) years of previous experience working with students with special needs in a classroom setting required. Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain during the first week of employment. Must possess and maintain First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within ninety (90) days of employment. Specialization in Special Education would be advantageous. Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed. Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check. Must possess a valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record according to Tribal insurance guidelines. Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events. Ability to perform all duties and responsibilities of this position adequately and successfully. Core Competencies Required Absolute confidentiality. Knowledge of teaching practice and pedagogy for students with special needs. Resolves and mediates problems and/or concerns with staff, parents, and participants. Obtains necessary information, collects relevant data, and prepares reports as needed. Ability to relate to students and reinforce lessons taught. Understanding of classroom procedures and management. Understanding of the developmental levels of students, as well as appropriate behavior management techniques. Must possess a character that earns the confidence of the participants, parents, and community, and minimizes public criticism or complaints. Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Adept at multi-tasking, have unquestionable integrity, with an uncompromising commitment to quality. Strong affinity for children. Must be people oriented and relate well to people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to motivate children and families. Excellent observation and analytical skills. Must be friendly and courteous at all times and must possess exemplary customer service skills. Must possess a high level of maturity. Must have excellent computer skills, being proficient in Excel and Word. Must be well organized and possess attention to details. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates the ability to assemble a high performing team that produces great results. Can manage across peer groups through relationships and positivity. Proactively seeks to understand and then improve process, practice, and policy. Takes accountability for performance and results. Compensation and Benefits The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset. Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other volunteer insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, bonuses, and COLA increase. Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application. •Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment.

INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION

In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted.