We are currently looking for a Full Time Outreach Language Educator to join our Language Program team located at the Language Building working 8:00AM-5:00PM - Mo Tu We Th Fr.

Summary:

Performs Chickasaw language instruction and presentations for citizens, employees, and the general public. Possesses a deep commitment to building and serving the Chickasaw community through language. Demonstrates respect for elders, cultural protocols, and traditions, and have either strong ties to or a clear understanding of Chickasaw culture. Embodies professionalism, kindness, and cultural respect in every interaction.

Responsibilities:

* Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency
- Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
- Determines needs and seeks positive experiences and outcomes
* Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
* Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
- Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment
- Maintains and promotes professionalism
- Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
- Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
* Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area
* Presents Language classes and/or department information to internal and external groups such Community Councils, Senior Sites, Youth and Family and Chickasaw Nation camps and clubs
* Teaches Chickasaw language IDP classes
* Maintains equipment and orderly workspace/service zone
* Increase language proficiency through ECU classes, Chikasha Academy or program initiatives
* Assists with language program initiatives as needed
* Prepares activity reports, as required, to be submitted to the director
* Demonstrates ingenuity in problem solving
* Maintains a positive workplace environment
* Demonstrates professional dress and presentation of self
* Follows line of support and tribal policy & procedures
* Respects and upholds cultural protocols in all outreach, teaching, and community interactions
* Represents the Division of Language Preservation with integrity, professionalism, and kindness in all interactions, recognizing that they may be the only point of contact for many individuals
* Demonstrates lateral kindness and avoids negative behavior, personal biases, or divisiveness
* Prepares and submits teaching course curriculum objectives and lesson plans to supervisor for approval in a timely manner
* Performs all other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Essential:
* Ability to develop and implement inquiry and hands-on learning strategies
* Ability to be flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
* Must have some ability to speak the Chickasaw Language. If not fluent in the Chickasaw language, must be actively working toward proficiency in speaking
* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
* Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
* Extreme customer-focused behavior
* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
* Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
* Prior experience with implementing tribal language programs
* Knowledge of modern office equipment and practice
* Demonstrates effective oral and written communication in both English and Chickasaw
* Possesses strong understanding of curriculum development, classroom management, and instruction
* Works well within a team
* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management

Skills:

Experience:

Essential:
* 2 years directly related experience

Education:

Essential:
* High School, GED or Equivalent


Nonessential:
* Associates Degree in directly related field

Credentials:

Essential:
* Pass general background check
* Standard Driver's License


Nonessential:
* State Teacher Certification

Working Conditions:

Essential:
* Sitting up to 50% of shift
* Standing up to 50% of shift
* Walking up to 50% of shift
* Hand-eye coordination, reach and grasp
* Repetitive motions
* Listening and hearing ability
* Visual acuity for detail, distance, color, depth perception
* Sometimes lift and or carry up to 25 lbs
* Subject to traveling and working at other locations or in other environments
* Requires driving for extended periods
* May be required to work after hours or on weekends as needed
* Pass pre-employment drug test

Training
*It is the responsibility of each employee to attend required training for their position or profession as determined by their line of support (LOS) or the leadership of the Chickasaw Nation.  It is the responsibility of those who supervise, manage or otherwise lead employees or teams to ensure each employee has access to and receives all required training.

Mission, Vision & Core Values
Mission:
*To enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.
Vision:
*To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.
Core Values:
*The Chickasaw People
*Cultural Identity
*Servant Leadership
*Selflessness
*Can Do Attitude
*Perseverance
*Stewardship
*Trust and Respect
*Loyalty
*Honesty and Integrity
*Teamwork