Substitutes/ All positions

at Aroostook Band of Micmacs in Presque Isle, Maine, United States

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION: As a substitute for the Head Start Program, the employee can be called upon to fill vacant roles throughout the spectrum of services in the case of staff illness or vacations. This position is on-call/or as needed with no guarantee of hours and no included benefits (earned time, insurance, etc.).

EDUCATION (OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE): High School Diploma or GED required. Three months experience working with 3-5-year-old children in a center-based program preferred. Specified requirements for certain positions such as the Bus Driver, etc. will require position approved education requirements and licenses.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED:

1. Average computer
2. Excellent communication and organizational
3. Ability to relate well with adults as well as 3-5 year old
4. Ability and willingness to work on own as well as part of a
5. Current tuberculosis immunization as well as physical (yearly).
6. Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to become certified (yearly).
7. Successful completions of a full criminal history background check to include an FBI fingerprint

WORKING CONDITIONS: Regular office environment, classroom environment, kitchen, and the Head Start school bus.

Bus Monitor Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety of all children on the bus
• Ensure that child safety seats are used correctly
• Ensure that backpacks and other items are properly stored and secured and the aisles of the bus are clear at all times.
• Assist children in boarding and exiting the
• Work with the bus driver in practicing the emergency and evacuation procedures with the
• Appropriate handling of medications according to the Medication Administration
• Following the protocol for pick up and drop off of children by ensuring that children are released to appropriate adults specified by the parent.
• Ensures that the Sign-In/Sign-Out form for picking up and dropping off students is completely filled out and signed by the parent approved adult (refer to Head Start Child Consent Form).

• Assist the Teacher and Teacher's Aide in implementing classroom activiti
• Accompany the children on field trips and ensure that children safely board and exit the
• Assist the Teacher and Teacher's Aide during meal and snack time
• Work with all Head Start Staff in practicing emergency evacuation drill
• Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality as defined in the Privacy
• And all other duties as assigne

1. I. Using assigned agency vehicle, transport and deliver children according to program safety standard
2. Clean and maintain bus in safe working condition, including annual safety inspectio
3. Pa1ticipate in appropriate training and meetings as required.
4. Complete required programmatic forms as re
5. Perform all janitorial/maintenance duties assigned by the Direc
6. Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Head Sta
7. Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality as defined in the Privacy
8. Conduct three bus evacuation drills, one will take place within the first 30 days of the start of the school yea
9. Current tuberculosis immunization as well as physical (yearly).

EVALUATION: Feedback will be practiced on an on-going basis and the notes will be attached to your personnel file.

NOTICE: This position in no way states or implies that the responsibilities and tasks are the only responsibilities and tasks to be performed by the employee occupying this position. S/he will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as required by his/her immediate supervisor. Requirements stated herein are minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify for this position. To perform the duties and responsibilities of this position successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each task proficiently. "Ability" means to possess and apply both knowledge and skill. The incumbent will also be required to pass a physical examination and PPD (tuberculosis) Screening.

All employment decisions, including promotions, transfers and others, are based on meeting all requirements herein, and on Tribal need, the employee's being in good standing (including lack of disciplinary actions), meeting all applicable performance standards and other non-discriminatory criteria. The methods of fulfilling requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health and safety of themselves or others.

If you are interested in applying for this position, you must submit a completed job application. A completed application includes copies of certificates/ licenses/ degrees stated in your application, a cover letter, a resume, and three professional references from current or past employers (within 3 years).

A complete job description and an application can be accessed online at www.micmac-nsn.gov under job opportunities or you can call our office to have an application mailed. An offer of employment will not be made without a successful DHHS, State of Maine, and FBI background check.

Closing date: September 26, 2025

Please send a completed job application to the following address or email:

Mi’kmaq Nation

Attn: Human Resources

7 Northern Rd

Presque Isle, ME 04769

bdiamond@micmac-nsn.gov

The Mi’kmaq Nation practices Native Preference to qualified Native Americans under Public Law 93-638 and is an Equal Opportunity and Service Provider.