Culture Teacher

Job Details

Job : 5745334

Final date to receive applications: Jun 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

GROUP: Certificated

SALARY: Certificated Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 180

SUMMARY: The Culture Teacher develops and delivers culturally grounded instruction that promotes student understanding of Puyallup history, cultural traditions, values, language revitalization efforts, and contemporary Tribal identity. This position supports the academic, cultural, and social‑emotional development of students by integrating Indigenous ways of knowing, culturally responsive practices, and community‑centered learning into the educational environment.

The Culture Teacher designs engaging learning experiences aligned with district curriculum goals, Tribal priorities, and applicable educational standards. The position collaborates closely with students, families, elders, cultural leaders, classroom teachers, and staff to strengthen cultural connection, student identity, and community engagement through authentic and respectful instruction.

The Culture Teacher serves as a cultural and educational resource within the school community and helps ensure Native perspectives, histories, traditions, and cultural teachings are meaningfully incorporated throughout the learning environment.

ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.

• Develop and deliver culturally grounded lessons and learning experiences focused on Puyallup history, cultural traditions, values, storytelling, arts, lifeways, language revitalization efforts, and contemporary Tribal identity.
• Create a culturally safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment that supports student belonging, identity development, and academic success.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices, Indigenous ways of knowing, and community‑centered learning into instructional planning and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, elders, and cultural staff to incorporate Native perspectives and culturally relevant materials across grade levels and content areas.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of culture and language curriculum aligned with Tribal priorities, district goals, and applicable educational standards.
• Facilitate student participation in cultural activities, presentations, community events, assemblies, powwows, seasonal teachings, and other school‑sponsored cultural programming.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, Tribal community members, and staff to strengthen school‑community connections and support student engagement.
• Use culturally responsive instructional strategies, storytelling, experiential learning, and other engaging teaching methods to support diverse student learning needs and developmental levels.
• Maintain appropriate instructional records, lesson plans, student progress documentation, and required reports in accordance with district expectations.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to identify and support student academic, behavioral, cultural, and social‑emotional needs.
• Serve as a cultural resource and instructional support for staff seeking to appropriately integrate Native content, perspectives, and culturally responsive practices into the classroom environment.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, curriculum planning, committee work, and school improvement efforts.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and culturally respectful practices in all interactions with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Supervise students in classrooms and during assigned school activities to ensure safety, appropriate behavior, and positive…