ECE Curriculum Developer ($88,898 - $142,237 Annually) DOE

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for developing culturally relevant lesson plans that meet the educational standards of programs within the Muckleshoot Department of Education ranging from Early Childhood, K-12, and Adult and Higher Education.  The focus will be on the development of curricula with an emphasis in the following areas:

• Early Childhood Education Curriculum Developer
  • Responsible for developing birth through 2nd grade curricula, developing and conducting critical staff training sessions, providing continued staff support
  • In-depth understanding of human growth, development, and learning standards pertaining to students, early childhood through elementary
  • Ensure curricula appropriately prepares students for third grade and beyond
  • Familiarity with age-appropriate resources and teaching strategies
  • Acts as a trainer and coach to new and qualified Early Childhood through 2nd grade teachers in regards to the implementation of cultural relevant curricula.

MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION

Required:  Master’s degree in Education, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years teaching experience in a K-12 setting. Experience working with tribal populations, preferably the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe; curriculum and instructional development; accreditation requirements and processes.

Preferred: A proven track record of success working with Native American communities with curriculum development initiatives.

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION

• Strong writing, proofreading, editing, and formatting skills
• Can work independently and adhere to timelines and deadlines
• Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in developing and presenting trainings and presentations
• Knowledge and experience of culturally responsive teaching, the Washington State OSPI Since Time Immemorial Tribal History and Culture Curriculum, and social emotional learning
• Strong research skills and the ability to identify content and sources that are intellectually and developmentally appropriate for students
• Demonstrated ability to manage, prioritize, and organize multiple tasks
• Proven track record to reliably meet project deadlines
• Experience in working in teams and demonstrating the ability to be proactive, collaborative, and flexible.
• Experience writing curricula and is effective in developing and implementing thematic units
• Understanding of tribal education programs and the best educational practices to achieve the highest state and national standards
• Understanding of Indigenous pedagogy and skilled in implementing Indigenous teaching strategies to meet the needs of our students

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.  The employee is occasionally required to walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Licenses or Certifications Required