ConsiderableknowledgeofMicrosoftOffice,specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps; ConsiderableknowledgeofPowerSchool; Knowledgeoftheneedsofstudentsfromdiversebackgroundsandvariouslearningabilitiesandstyles; Demonstratedleadershipandteambuildingskills; Excellentorganizationalskills; Effectivetimemanagementskills; Ability to assess and evaluate program needs and develop short-term and long-term goals and plans; Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; Ability to handle and comply with confidentiality policies, security requirements, and testing protocols in a school setting; Ability to motivate and inspire students; Ability to monitor the safety and well-being of students; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, parents, and the community. Works closely with principals, teachers, and families to provide services to students; conducts workshops for families and students; works closely with the Indian Education Parent Committee and attends their meetings.

Overview:

 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’sdegreefromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversity;AND
• Threeyearsofexperienceofprogramcoordinationanddeliveryofprofessionaldevelopment.

 

An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully meet the essential duties may be considered.

 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of North Carolina

requirements.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• AmemberofastateorfederallyrecognizedAmericanIndiantribe.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Organizes,plans,delivers,anddocumentsservicestostudentsandparentsasoutlinedbytheTitleVIIndian Education program grant.
2. PartnerswithoutsideserviceproviderstoensurealignmentwithWCPSSpoliciesandprocedures.
3. Works closely with principals, teachers, and families to provide services to students; conducts workshops for families and students; works closely with the Indian Education Parent Committee and attends their meetings.
4. WorkstomeetthegoalsandobjectivesofIndianEducationstatedingrants;strivestoreducedropoutrate, increase enrollment and attendance, and increase the graduation rate of Native American students; tracks student data.
5. AssistswithgrantwritingandcompletionofrequiredIndianEducationgrantdocumentation.
6. Conducts home and school visits; assists with finding tutors for students who need them; works with high school seniors in planning their transition to further education, a career, etc.; plans a Career Day and Student Recognition Day for Native American students.
7. Developsandmaintainsrecordsofactivities,studentcontacts,etc.;preparesvariousreportsandshares them with the Parent Committee.
8. Coaches teachers in developing a culturally responsive approach to providing instruction and support to all students.
9. Makes regular classroom visits to evaluate culturally responsive instructional pedagogy and equitable classroom management with all teachers and staff.
10. Works with individuals teachers to address specific instructional challenges and to support the development of teacher-student relationships.
11. Engages in collegial coaching with school administrators and staff to help identify and implement successful equity focused practices leading to closing achievement gaps.
12. Meetsregularlywithdistrictleaderstodiscussissuesrelatedtoequitychallengesintheschools.
13. Assists with the overall training support of diversity initiatives and programs and develops strategies for improvement; coordinates the delivery of ongoing and strategic staff development opportunities.
14. FostersrelationshipswithestablishedcommunitypartnersandmembersoflocalAmericanIndiantribes.
15. Organizes/chaperonesculturalawareness events, tutoring, camps, and other events for students.
16. EnsurestheprogramiscompliantwithWCPSS,state,andfederalstandards,procedures,andpolicies.
17. Performsotherduties,asassigned.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Thisjoboperatesinaprofessionalofficeenvironmentandhasa noiselevelofmostlylowtomoderate.Thisroleroutinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff and staff members of external funding agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

 

EFFECTIVE DATE:9/2026

 

DISCLAIMER:Theabovestatementsareintendedtodescribethegeneralpurposeandresponsibilitiesassignedtothisposition.They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.