Teacher (Elementary) Jobs

Duties

As a Teacher (Elementary) CY-1710-11, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision:

• Prepare yearly instructional outlines and related daily lesson plans covering relevant units of study and specifying objectives, activities and evaluative methods/instruments for both group and individual instructional programs.
• Teach students by selecting, developing, adapting and implementing appropriate instructional methods and techniques utilizing available resources to provide for academic achievement.
• Supervise assigned students as scheduled, or provide for their supervision, throughout the academic day and/or activity in order to provide for the safety, health, and welfare of the students in compliance with school, Agency, and Area Guidelines.
• Develop and conduct instruction within an environment that provides and promotes opportunities for the students to develop rapport, inter-relationships, self-discipline and a positive self-image.
• Continuously evaluate individual and group academic progress through the use of criterion-referenced tests, periodic standardized tests, oral tests, and/or other relevant evaluative methods/instruments.
• Maintain control of assigned class(es) and handle discipline independently except for chronic or extreme behavior problems.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must obtain and maintain a Teacher Certification related to the instructional area identified on this announcement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a background clearance.
• Must be certified by a state's Department of Education. Emergency, provisional or conditional certificates may be accepted under the conditions they are issued by the State teacher licensure department.
• Must obtain and maintain valid state driver's license.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• For Military Spouse Preference claims PCS orders and marriage certificate;
• Are NOT web print-outs
• Hours worked per week
• Financial suitability
• Are NOT student advisement copies
• Resumes MUST NOT include a photograph, hypertext/hyperlinks, or other inappropriate material or content. Such items may result in your application removed from consideration.
• For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
• Endorsements.
• Official Transcripts
• Employer address/information
• Must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Official transcripts are required upon selection.
• If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Antoinette Yazzie at [email protected] or 505-563-5385 to obtain an alternative application.
• Salary
• To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• List degree conferred
• Clearly identify student name

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/14/2023 to receive consideration.

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • To view the application questionnaire, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11988503
  • Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  • To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

  • If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Antoinette Yazzie at [email protected] or 505-563-5385 to obtain an alternative application.

  Agency contact information

  Antoinette Yazzie

  Phone

  505-563-5385

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Turtle Mountain Elem School
  P.O. Box 440
  Belcourt, ND 58316
  US

  Next steps

  You will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
  
  If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration, and you will receive an email of this determination.
  
  If you are determined to be qualified, but no among the highest qualified applicants, your applicant will remain on file, and you will receive an email of this determination.
  
  If you are determined to be a qualified and referred to the selecting official for further consideration. The selecting official may reach out to you for an interview. Interviews can be done electronically, telephonically, or in person.
  
  If you are referred to the selecting official, you will receive an email notification of selection or non-selection, once a selection has been made.

• Cover letter is optional
• (NOT USED FOR QUALIFICATIONS NOR ELIGIBLITY).
• Supervisor's Name and telephone number
• Selective Service
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
• Dates of Employment (include month/year)
• Social security number request
• Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
• Signature and false statements
• List coursework (transferred hours may requires original school transcripts to list actual courses)
• Position Title
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
• List date degree awarded/conferred
• Issue date
• Transcripts can be photocopies of Official or Unofficial provided the following:
  • clearly identify school name
  • clearly identify student name
  • are legible
  • are NOT web print-outs
  • are NOT student advisement copies
  • list date degree awarded/conferred
  • list degree conferred
  • list coursework (transferred hours may requires original school transcripts to list actual courses)
• Education must have been obtained from an accredited or pre-accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The documents you are required to submit are:

  • Resume
  • Official Transcripts
  • State Licensure/Certification
  • Completed online questionnaire/Assessment

  If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
  
  For applicants claiming Indian Preference, must submit BIA Form 4432. The Indian Preference BIA Form 4432 is required and located on the Bureau of Indian Affairs Website: Indian Preference | Indian Affairs (bia.gov). The form must be completed by the appropriate official with the federally-recognized tribe where the applicant is enrolled as a member. No other form will be accepted
  1. Tips for Resume:

  • Cover letter is optional
  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • Work experience listed must include for each position held:
    • Position Title
    • Employer address/information
    • Dates of Employment (include month/year)
    • Hours worked per week
    • Salary
    • Supervisor's Name and telephone number
    • Duties - narrative to identify duties performed, accomplishments, grades taught, etc.
  • Resumes MUST NOT include a photograph, hypertext/hyperlinks, or other inappropriate material or content. Such items may result in your application removed from consideration.
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.

  2. Official or Unofficial Transcripts:

  • Must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Official transcripts are required upon selection.
  • Education must have been obtained from an accredited or pre-accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
  • Transcripts can be photocopies of Official or Unofficial provided the following:
    • clearly identify school name
    • clearly identify student name
    • are legible
    • are NOT web print-outs
    • are NOT student advisement copies
    • list date degree awarded/conferred
    • list degree conferred
    • list coursework (transferred hours may requires original school transcripts to list actual courses)

  3. State Certification/Licensure:
  You MUST submit a copy of your professional certification or licensure, it must clearly reflect

  • the state issuing the certification/license
  • your name
  • issue date
  • expiration date
  • endorsements.

  Additional Optional Forms

  • For current or former Federal employees, you can submit SF-50, DD-3434 or other federal agencies official "Notification of Personnel Action" equivalent (Note: SF-52 or agencies "Request for Personnel Action" is not acceptable)
    • Use to validate prior service and/or previous highest rate (NOT USED FOR QUALIFCATIONS)
  • For Military Spouse Preference claims PCS orders and marriage certificate;
  • For verification of Veteran status, DD-214 (which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter and/or Activation/Deactivation orders
    • (NOT USED FOR QUALIFICATIONS NOR ELIGIBLITY).

  Future Military Retirees*: You are required to submit a copy of your retirement DD Form 214 (Member 4 Copy) OR certification document** OR a copy of your retirement letter AND a copy of your terminal leave request (if applicable). You will be required to provide your DD Form 214 (Member 4 Copy) upon issuance.
  
  Future Separation from the Military*: You are required to submit a copy of your most recent DD Form 214 (Member 4 Copy) OR certification document** OR a copy of your most recent active duty orders AND a copy of your terminal leave request (if applicable). You will be required to provide your DD Form 214(Member 4 Copy) upon issuance.
  
  *Active duty military members who are selected may not be appointed unless on terminal leave or already separated from the armed forces.
  
  ** The "certification" is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. The Statement of Service must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters, AND the Statement of Service letter must include your rank, dates of active duty service, the Type of Discharge, Character of Service (i.e. honorable), and, if applicable, when your terminal leave will begin.
  
  PLEASE NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents like military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for other than the applicant.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• State Licensure/Certification
• Follow the prompts to select your r?sum? and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• Resume
• Use to validate prior service and/or previous highest rate (NOT USED FOR QUALIFCATIONS)
• Work experience listed must include for each position held:
  • Position Title
  • Employer address/information
  • Dates of Employment (include month/year)
  • Hours worked per week
  • Salary
  • Supervisor's Name and telephone number
  • Duties - narrative to identify duties performed, accomplishments, grades taught, etc.
• Expiration date
• Your name
• For verification of Veteran status, DD-214 (which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter and/or Activation/Deactivation orders
  • (NOT USED FOR QUALIFICATIONS NOR ELIGIBLITY).
• Clearly identify school name
• New employee probationary period
• To view the application questionnaire, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11988503

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
• Are legible
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Privacy Act
• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
• Completed online questionnaire/Assessment
• The state issuing the certification/license
• Duties - narrative to identify duties performed, accomplishments, grades taught, etc.
• For current or former Federal employees, you can submit SF-50, DD-3434 or other federal agencies official "Notification of Personnel Action" equivalent (Note: SF-52 or agencies "Request for Personnel Action" is not acceptable)
  • Use to validate prior service and/or previous highest rate (NOT USED FOR QUALIFCATIONS)

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Clarification from the agency See "Who May Apply" in the "Qualifications" section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.