Teacher, Bilingual

Instructor, Native American Language and Culture

Supervisor:
Building Administration Work Site:
Assigned school

The NALC Instructor will provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate in regards to comprehension proficiency for each student assigned to that classroom in a safe and welcoming learning environment and teach the Dine Language. The objectives for a Navajo Heritage classroom is to focus on oral language comprehension and cultural identity development. The NALC instructor will be responsible for creating an environment that includes project-based and engagement lessons and activities to support the objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the content area and approved District Curriculum.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
• Use current technology for instruction.
• Hands-on (kinesthetic) instruction.
• Motivate and encourage students to become independent learners.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Communicate with and obtain feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding.
• Comprehend the principles of student growth, development and learning, and apply them appropriately.
• Utilize student assessment techniques and procedures.
• Manage the educational setting in a manner that promotes positive student behavior and a safe and healthy environment.
• Recognize student diversity and create an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept.
• Modify assignments for special needs students.
• Work with a team teacher as necessary.
• Demonstrate a willingness to examine and implement change.
• Utilize data-driven instruction.
• Work productively with colleagues, parents, and community members.
• Work with student participation in District programs, (science fair, knowledge bowl, etc.)
• Provide two programs yearly that allows students to demonstrate language, culture, etc.)
• Create lesson plans that are aligned to the New Mexico State Standards and Benchmarks and Power Standards as set forth by the school District.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best use the available time for instruction to actively engage students.
• Incorporate reading and writing strategies across the curriculum.
• Ability to work in a goal-driven environment.
• Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines and local/state/federal laws.
• Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure.
• Support and comply with grant, program and/or funding source requirements.
• Complete and comply with all required trainings annually.
• Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8)
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Leave adequate preparations for a substitute.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees.
• Attend professional development and ICO PLC's.

Minimum Qualifications:

• NM 520 K-12 Native American Language and Culture License
• Knowledge of Din/Spanish language, culture and history preferred
• Must read, write and speak Navajo
• Ability to work well with children, parents and administrators.
• Ability to remain calm and be professional at all times.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to multitask.

Physical/

Job Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Completed and cleared background check
• Pass drug test if required for position
• Knowledge and compliance with district and school Safety Plans

Equipment/Material Handled:

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities

Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the time frames allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment:
Exempt