Zuni Language Teacher

Zuni Native Language & Culture Instructor

Purpose:

To provide classroom instruction in the Zuni language to meet the goals and objectives of the Zuni Public School District's State Bilingual Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate of Arts or Applied Science Degree; OR An equivalent combination of education experience
• NM Education Assistant License Level III (502)
• NM Native American Language and Culture Certificate (520)
• Substitute Teacher license
• Knowledge of Zuni culture, traditions, customs and language
• Experienced in computer operations with the ability to enter data, utilize interactive panels, Student Information System (SIS), Google programs and Microsoft Office programs
• Fluent in the Zuni and English language with the ability to communicate effectively with students both orally and in writing
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective educational relationship with students
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to participate in focused and reflective work ethics
• Clearly and accurately communicate with teachers, students, supervisors, and families
• Exhibit personal responsibility for daily work and attendance and personal appearance
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from students, parents, peers and supervisors
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines

Essential Duties:

• Treat all students with dignity and respect
• Follow the directions of the school administrator and the bilingual program coordinator
• Provide direct instruction in the Zuni language to varying levels of students
• Implement the Zuni curriculum in alignment with the pacing guide of the curriculum
• Coordinate with other Zuni language instructors on assignments, tasks, projects and behavior as needed
• Ensure that required testing is done on a timely basis
• Manage multiple projects, schedules and student activities
• Plan, develop and implement instructional plans
• Reinforce academic behaviors to individual or small groups of students and monitor student progress
• Establish, model, practice and reinforce age-appropriate rules and logical consequences
• Maintains data charts and records related to student progress
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized classroom
• Provide immediate, corrective and/or positive feedback to students regarding behavior and/or academic performance
• Maintain confidentiality of student records, conversations, discussions and classroom information
• Maintain discipline in the classroom at all times
• Participate in required professional development opportunities and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned on a timely basis

Physical Functions:

• Frequently required to stand, talk, hear and sometimes walk and sit
• Occasionally required to lift up to 30 pounds, may lift up to 75 pounds with the help of another employee
• Hand and eye coordination in operating computer, interactive panel
• Usually works on even surfaces, may walk on uneven surfaces outdoors
• Exposed to various levels of noise (talking, assemblies, dance activities, etc.)
• May work in close proximity to other individuals
• General vision, corrected to 20/20, reads a multitude of records, correspondence and data

Mental Functions:

• Must be able to apply knowledge of current research and theory for language instruction
• Plan and implement lessons based on school and program objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• Read, analyze and interpret curriculum, test, evaluate bilingual material
• Translate the English and Zuni language for the purpose of student learning
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form
• Work with students and parents in a way that will maintain their goodwill
• Respond appropriately to student behavior and discipline
• Respond appropriately to supervision and accept recommendations
• Communicate both orally and in writing in the Zuni and English language

Essential Equipment:
Equipment available for the job will include: interactive panels, projectors, copiers, phone, fax, calculator, printer, scanner, etc. Large files, paper, office and related classroom supplies and materials