Teaching science at the professional level in a Bureau of Indian Education school is the core of this role. This position requires a school year contract that is renewed annually, and the post is not suitable for telework or remote consideration under any circumstances.
Responsibilities
Provide instruction at the professional level, as a classroom teacher, team teacher, or remedial/special services teacher according to the school's setting and organizational structure
Plan, implement, and evaluate instructional activities under stated guidelines
Prepare yearly instructional outlines and related daily lesson plans covering relevant units of study and specifying objective, activities, and evaluative methods/instruments for both group and individual programs
Teach students by selecting, developing, adapting, and implementing appropriate instructional methods and techniques utilizing available resources to provide academic achievement
Provide learning experiences in assigned subject areas, which develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills appropriate to the needs and interest of all students in the classroom
Continuously evaluate individual and group academic progress using criterion-reference tests, periodic standardized tests, oral tests, and/or other relevant evaluative methods/instruments
Use alternative instruction to meet individual needs
Make progress reports to parents, confer with parents and other concerned individuals
Maintain required records in accordance with applicable regulations
Maintain control of assigned class and handle discipline independently, except for chronic or extreme behavior problems
Counsel individual students within established guidelines, using background information concerning each student to provide an effective instruction learning cycle as pertains to students' behavior and progress
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required
If a male applicant born after 12-31-1959, registration under the Military Selective Service Act and the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 is required
Successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication is required for all new hires
A valid driver's license is required, as the incumbent may be required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle as an incidental duty
Must possess and maintain valid Teacher licensure/certification in the State where the position is located AND in the specialty field identified by parenthetical
Probationary period is one academic year (two full academic semesters) during which fitness and continued employment will be evaluated
Possess a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) from an accredited education institution
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All professional educators must possess a valid Teacher certification/licensure in the appropriate endorsement area
Emergency and provisional certificates may be accepted under the conditions they are issued by the State certification authority
If selected with valid State Certification in a state other than where the position is located, a provisional contract will be issued to outline the requirement to obtain full State Teacher Certification within two full contract terms
Submit a legible copy of transcripts (official or unofficial; advisement or web-printouts are NOT acceptable)
Official transcripts are REQUIRED UPON SELECTION
Ensure official transcripts are not locked or encrypted when uploaded AND that ALL pages (including transcript key) are viewable
Education must have been obtained from an accredited or pre-accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
If using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, credentials must have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university
Education must be in coursework related to the topic being taught or general teaching methodologies
Resume must clearly describe relevant experience for pay consideration (maximum 17 years creditable)
Resume must not exceed two single-sided pages (only the first two pages will be reviewed)
Minimum font size is 10-point for all body text; headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible
Minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides
Supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited
Copy of valid State Certification/Licensure must clearly reflect the state issuing the certification/license, your name, issue date, expiration date, and endorsements
DODEA Certification is not an acceptable substitute for State certification
College Transcripts (copies of unofficial or official) must clearly list the school name, student name, type of degree conferred, and date degree conferred
If claiming Indian Preference, Form BIA 4432 must be completed by the appropriate official with the Federally recognized tribe where the applicant is enrolled as a member
Benefits
Bargaining Unit Status: Position is covered by Bargaining Unit/Union - Federation of Indian Service Employees, American Federation of Teachers Local 4521
Direct Deposit of pay is required
Important Details
Schedule: Full-time
Appointment type: Seasonal
Probationary period: one academic year (two full academic semesters)
Travel: Occasional travel may be expected
Application deadline: 09/17/2026, 11:59 PM (EST)
Application Process
Submit a complete Application Package
Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, dates specified in month and year format, and reflects full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (if part-time, hours must be annotated to pro-rate specialized experience)
Include military or civilian rank and/or grade on resume
To begin, click Apply to access the online application (USAJOBS account required)
Follow prompts to select resume and/or other supporting documents; opportunity to upload additional documents
Complete the Include Personal Information section and continue with the application process
Complete the online application, verify required documentation is included, and submit
Be clear and specific in writing your resume; no assumptions will be made regarding experience and/or employment status
To verify application status, log into USAJOBS account
If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration
If you are determined to be qualified, but not among the qualified applicants, your applicant will remain on file
If you are determined to be qualified and referred to the selecting official for further consideration
The selecting official may reach out for an interview (electronically, telephonically, or in person)
If referred to the selecting official, you will receive an email notification of selection or non-selection once a selection has been made
About the Company
This position is part of the Sherman Indian High School, Bureau of Indian Education. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to make a federal career very rewarding.