PYRAMID LAKE PAIUTE TRIBE (2025)

PYRAMID LAKE PAIUTE TRIBE

Po box 256

Nixon, Nevada 89424

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

ON-CALL TEACHER AIDE

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

JOM Program, Wadsworth/Nixon, NV

$12.36 ON-CALL, Non-Exempt

Class Code: 109, Grade 8, Step 1; DOE

DEFINITION: Assists with the supervision of all children in developing and implementing

classroom activities, cooperatively working with and supporting other classroom staff and parent

volunteers and assists with the general maintenance of program facilities to ensure the health and

safety of the children in the program.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Approaches each child, parents, and other staff members with respect, being sensitive to each

student's individual rights, strengths, needs and cultural/socioeconomic background.

Assist students with homework assignments, answering questions and providing additional materials

available at the tutoring site(s). Also, assist students in organizing study time, developing good study

habits, and learning to study for tests.

Assists with the planning, supervising, and conducting recreational activities, such as games, crafts,

movies, health and self-care, holiday projects, drama and music.

Assists the classroom teacher with routine classroom tasks and supervision of children in the

classroom and outdoor activities.

Assists teachers in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate classroom activities or

field trips.

May be assigned to provide individual instruction for target students. Implement guidance

techniques that are appropriate to the situation and developmental level of the child.

Assists with the organization and provide instruction, methods, techniques, materials and equipment

necessary for each student's individual progress and achievements. Maintains student progress

records for monitoring.

Creates a warm and accepting environment which encourages independence and self-esteem for each

child and parent. Encourages parental involvement in the educational program.

Meets with appropriate individuals such as teacher, parents, and other education staff in the

formulation of education plans for individual Native American students. Utilizes cultural awareness

skills to facilitate a positive relationship between parents and school personnel.

Provides leadership and supervision of Native American children during recreational, cultural and

enrichment activities.

Transports children for program activities or special field trips. Understands and implements safety

rules and emergency plans and procedures. Maintains routine records and reports.

Maintains operational safety of the program vehicle by following accepted rules for transporting

children.

Inspects bus daily, performs routine safety checks and maintains vehicles in clean and safe condition

Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to: Effectively express oneself in oral and written communications; work with Native

American students; research education curriculum trends and implement them with Native American

students; operate a computer and working knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet

software practices.

• Knowledge of: Educational principles and techniques; student behavior and characteristics; basic

discipline and behavior modification techniques; correct English usage, spelling, grammar and

punctuation; basic mathematics; current office methods and procedures including filing and records

management; common office equipment and its usage.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS cont.:

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Skill at: Securing and maintaining the confidence and cooperation of students; dealing tactfully with

students, parents and school personnel; evaluating situations accurately and taking effective action;

spelling correctly; reading, writing and speaking English at a level required for successful job

performance; preparing and maintaining accurate and complete records, files and summaries;

organizing and distributing instructional materials; making mathematical computations; operating

various office equipment; understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions; establishing

and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; using

initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.

Familiar with the Tribal community, cultural traditions, and livelihood.

Must be sensitive to the needs and characteristics of young children and their families.

Incumbent MUST be able to respect and adhere to the most rigid and strict rules of confidentiality.

1ust possess patience, resourcefulness and flexibility to adjust to new situations.

Must possess a work history of dependability and ability to work with minimum supervision.

Must receive health clearance from qualified medical personnel.

Must possess a valid Nevada Driver's license, good driving record, and be insured under the Tribe's

vehicle in insurance policy.

Must pass a thorough background investigation including fingerprint clearance.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• High School graduate or equivalent. Must have at least two years of experience in the care and

supervision of children between the ages of five and eighteen years of age. Experience working with

children in a recreational, instructional, childcare setting or any combination of training, experience

or other preparation which would indicate possession of the required knowledge, abilities, and skills

outlined for this position. Paid or volunteer experience working with Native American students in a

classroom setting is highly desirable.

• Must have or be willing to obtain First Aid or CPR certification within the first three months of

employment.

TO APPLY: Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Office at the Tribal Administrative Building in Nixon, Nevada; by writing to

the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe at PO Box 256, Nixon, NV 89424; or by calling the Human Resources Office at (775) 574-1000, Extension 1132.

The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is a drug free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will

be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment. . In addition, the Tribe implements a Background

Investigation Program in which all employees are subject to a background investigation and favorable suitability determination as a

condition of employment.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section

472 and 473). However, the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered in

accordance with the provisions of Section 703(I) of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, amended in 1991.

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