Education Manager

This position may be relocated to an alternate CTTP site in which there is room to adequately house the position.

SUMMARY

Develops, implements and oversees California Tribal TANF Partnership’s (CTTP) educational goals and monitors participant progress at all locations. Provides comprehensive educational programs and services to eligible families and children within the CTTP program. Performs these duties personally or through subordinates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and oversee CTTP’s educational programs and curriculums for all CTTP locations, ensuring programs are presented in a culturally-relevant manner. Educational programs may encompass all levels of education and all school age eligible CTTP Participants.
• Work closely with the Culture and Wellness Department to coordinate youth activities that are both educational and culturally relevant.
• Coordinate High School Equivalency (HSE) options in CTTP service areas for any CTTP participant who does not currently have an HSE.
• Research on site HSE tutoring and testing options.
• Design, test, and implement HSE tutoring at CTTP office locations as needed.
• Coordinate tutoring options for any CTTP youth participant who is either not maintaining a 2.0 GPA (or equivalent) or is voluntarily seeking tutoring.
• Design and implement tutoring programs at CTTP office locations as needed.
• Plan, coordinate and implement workshops and one-on-one assistance with College and trade school applications.
• Assist in financial planning, financial aid, scholarships and other financial opportunities.
• Coordinate CTTP High School age participants to attend college motivation events.
• Attend Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings in support of the CTTP participant family and assist in IEP implementation as needed.
• Assist CTTP participant families in eliminating barriers for children who are not attending school enough to qualify for CTTP services or are in danger of falling into this category.
• Supervise employees in the Education Department. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures and all applicable laws. Interview; train; plan, assign and directing work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints; and resolve problems.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college, two years related experience in the education field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current California driver’s license.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, methods, procedures, and automated systems, with high level of competence in the use of personal computers.
• Competency in using Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point and in database programs.
• Exceptional skills in the area of developing and presenting the course curriculums specified in the Education Plan.
• The ability to assess learning disabilities and develop behavioral and learning plans.
• The ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• The ability to speak effectively before groups of participants, as well as boards and employees of the organization.
• The ability to set and achieve challenging goals, demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles.
• The ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written skills.
• Must have the ability to use judgment to plan and accomplish goals, to handle a variety of situations and conflicts.
• Must have the ability to work with people from diverse cultures, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge of Indian community and sensitivity to Indian needs.
• Must be able to respect and adhere to employer’s rules surrounding confidentiality, as well as applicable State and Federal laws.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
• Requires sitting 6-8 hours per day.
• Requires occasional driving to site offices, some of which are in remote locations.
• Requires contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, via e-mail, or through correspondence).
• Includes conflict situations.
• Requires making decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization.
• Requires attention to detail and intense concentration.
• Requires work with others in a group or team.
• Requires meeting strict deadlines.

OTHER

• Experience working with Tribal People helpful.
• Work hours may vary.
• CTTP conducts a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test, and random or for-cause drug testing thereafter.
• CTTP complies with the Indian Preference Act.