Ohenton I: iete/ I:rate (Office Manager)

# Of Positions: One (1) position

Term: Open until filled

Start Date: July 5, 2021

Deadline for application: June 25, 2021

The applicant must embody the principles of the Akwesasne Freedom School in their personal and professional life.

“Through our language, the Ahkwesahsne Freedom School will support and encourage a process for each child to learn their role and responsibility as Rotinonhsonni through an understanding of the Ohenten Kariwatekwen as the core of their learning experience.

The guiding principles of Skennen, Kasatstensera, Kanikonri:io will thrive and be heard in the voices of our children for the next seven generations.”

Qualifications

Must have the capacity to understand and/or speak Kanien’keha at a proficient level

Must have traditional and ceremonial knowledge

5 years’ experience in a managerial/director/administrator field

Willingness to maintain a healthy work environment amongst staff, students and parents

Must possess a valid drivers’ license and have reliable transportation.

Must have an enthusiastic, driven and diligent work ethic

Criminal reference check is mandatory for this position

Overall responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the school and language nest

Maintain established AFS protocols and procedures

Have knowledge of the history of AFS

Must have excellent communication skills

Willingness to lead by example

Must submit a resume and application to the Akwesasne Freedom School office, 31 Indian Village Road, Akwesasne, NY. For more information please call (518) 358-2073 between 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday or email [email protected]