The Ahfachkee School is part of the Seminole Tribe of Florida has about 200 students between all the K-12 grade levels so we offer small class sizes, traditional culture preservation, and plenty of resources! We follow Florida standards for the curriculum however we fall under the Bureau of Indian Education so we're not part of the county. The staff schedule is full-time Monday through Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm. Learn more at https://www.seminolewarriors.net/
Note the school is located on the Big Cypress Reservation at 31055 Josie Billie Highway, Clewiston, FL 33440. This is not in the main city of Clewiston, rather 45 minute drive south. It is about a 45 minute drive east of Immokalee. Coming from Weston it would be about a 55 minute drive to the west on I-75. We do provide a fuel stipend if you live more than 40 miles away.
Position Summary
The incumbent in this position is responsible for delivering specified course content as established by the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Educational guidelines. This position teaches children and young students with disabilities independent life skills, basic literacy, communication, and math using or modifying the general education curriculum to meet the child’s/youth’s individual needs. Early identification of a child with special needs is an important part of the Vary Exceptional Teacher’s job, since early intervention is essential in educating children with disabilities. This position is classified as a Professional-52; which requires a 42 week work period (approximately 10 months) paid across a 52 week (12 month) pay cycle.
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Education is required. Master’s Degree is preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of experience teaching exceptional students is required. Possession of a valid Teacher Certification is required. Special Education Teacher Training from the National Board Certification highly preferred. Demonstrate ability to support and guide students with disabilities. Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal and time-management skills. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills. Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Microsoft software packages. Incumbent must possess a valid Florida driver’s license. Ability to travel to all reservations and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
About STOF
The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a federally recognized Native American Tribe and sovereign Tribal Government, dedicated to providing high quality care and services to its members who reside on reservations throughout South Florida; Hollywood, Big Cypress, Brighton, Fort Pierce, Immokalee, Tampa and two satellite offices located in Naples and Miami (Trail).
With our Headquarters based in Hollywood, Florida, The Seminole Tribe of Florida has approximately 2,000 employees spread throughout our Reservations. The Tribe has developed numerous employment opportunities through a broad range of services such as Accounting, Education, Public Works, Media Productions, Community Planning, Recreation, Credit & Finance, Health, Museum, Public Safety, Legal, Information Technology and Elder Services, along with many others.
The Seminole Tribe of Florida has more non-contiguous reservations than any tribe in North America. Take a walk through our six reservations by following visiting us online at www.semtribe.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm. The Ahfachkee School is located on the Big Cypress Reservation which is not in the main city of Clewiston, rather 45 minute drive south. It is about a 45 minute drive east of Immokalee. Are you ok with the schedule and able to reliably commute to 31200 Josie Billie Highway Clewiston, FL 33440?
- Are you a current or previous Seminole Tribe of Florida Employee? This includes their businesses such as the Hard Rock and Casinos. If so, please indicate position and employment dates.
- Are you a Tribal Member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida? If not Seminole FL, are you a registered member of another federally recognized Native American Tribe? If Yes, please specify Tribe. Note: A Native American Tribal Document is not required to establish work eligibility, but it must be presented upon hire for classifications purposes.
Education:
License/Certification:
- Florida teaching certificate (Required)
- Special Education Teacher Training (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
