Job Description Position: Internal Applicants Only: Zuni Native Language & Culture Instructor Reports to: District Bilingual Program Coordinator and Site Principal Site: Site Specific FLSA: Non-Exempt Contract Length: 9-month Salary: $50,833 *This position is for internal applicants only. Interested internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a copy of a current NMPED Native Language and Culture license with their application. Applications must be received by 5pm on April 11, 2022
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.
This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing state and district objectives and only covers the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is in no way to be construed as an all-encompassing list of duties.
Minimum Qualifications: - Associate of Arts or Applied Science Degree;
OR - An equivalent combination of education experience;
AND - Must have a NM Education Assistant License Level II (502);
- Must have a NM Native American Language and Culture Certificate (520);
- Have 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;
- Experienced in developing lessons using backwards planning, tracking information for progress monitoring and records management;
- Must be fluent in the Zuni language and English language with the ability to communicate effectively with students both orally and in writing;
- Must have 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.
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;
- Coordinate with other Zuni language instructors concerning curriculum, students, activities and Zuni language issues;
- 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
By my signature below, I affirm that I am capable of performing the duties and requirements listed on this job description
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