Faculty Fellow – Anishinaabe Studies And Cultural Continuity

Position Details

Position Classification: Faculty Fellow (Full-Time)

Department: Academics

Reports To: Arts and Humanities Chair and the Dean of Academics

Salary Range: Dependent Upon Qualifications and Experience

Appointment Period: Academic Year Appointment

Leech Lake Tribal College (LLTC) seeks a Faculty Fellow in Anishinaabe Studies and Cultural Knowledge Continuity to participate in a mentorship-based succession planning initiative grounded in Anishinaabe ways of knowing, community relationships, and culturally responsive education.

The Faculty Fellow will work closely with senior faculty, Elders, and community knowledge holders to develop instructional capacity in Anishinaabe-centered curriculum, land‑based learning, tribal history, governance, and cultural continuity. This position is designed to support long‑term continuity in specialized coursework and student engagement activities that are central to LLTC's mission and the preservation of Anishinaabe knowledge systems.

The Faculty Fellow will participate in guided teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, committee work, and institutional cultural activities while receiving mentorship from an experienced faculty member and community Elder.

• Co‑teach and mentor in courses including:
  Nationhood and the Gathering of Manoomin, History of Leech Lake, Introduction to Anishinaabe Studies, Knowledge Bowl, and additional Anishinaabe‑centered coursework as assigned.
• Develop culturally grounded instructional practices that integrate Anishinaabe perspectives, values, history, and community knowledge.
• Assist in course preparation, assessment, grading, and student support.
• Participate in classroom, experiential, and land‑based teaching activities.
• Support culturally responsive learning environments for students.

• Collaborate with senior faculty and community knowledge holders in a structured mentorship model.
• Learn and apply culturally appropriate instructional approaches, community protocols, and relationship‑building practices.
• Participate in succession planning activities designed to preserve institutional and community‑based knowledge.
• Assist in documenting instructional materials, curriculum resources, and culturally grounded teaching practices for long‑term program continuity.

• Support student leadership and engagement activities, including participation in the AIHEC Knowledge Bowl program.
• Provide mentorship and support to students through culturally grounded relationship‑building practices.
• Participate in faculty meetings, committee work, professional development activities, and institutional events.
• Assist with cultural programming, community outreach, and student‑centered events as appropriate.

• Participate in curriculum review, program assessment, and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist in the development of culturally relevant instructional materials and academic resources.
• Support institutional efforts related to Indigenous education, strategic planning, and community engagement.

• Master’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Education, History, Ojibwe Studies, Tribal Governance, Ojibwe Language, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Anishinaabe history, culture, governance, traditions, and community values.
• Demonstrated commitment to Indigenous education and culturally grounded teaching practices.
• Experience working with tribal communities, Indigenous organizations, or Indigenous‑serving educational institutions.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ojibwe language competency or demonstrated developing proficiency in Ojibwemowin.

• Teaching experience in higher education, tribal education, community education, or cultural programming.
• Experience with land‑based education, cultural instruction, or experiential learning.
• Familiarity with AIHEC student engagement activities and Indigenous student leadership development.
• Advanced proficiency in Ojibwemowin.
• Knowledge of Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe…