Albuquerque Public Schools Albuquerque , NM 87102
Posted 2 months ago
RESOURCE TEACHER: INDIAN EDUCATION
JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING NUMBER: 00060584
SCHOOL YEAR: 2024-2025
CALENDAR: Traditional
POSTING NUMBER: 00060584
LOCATION: 060:INDIAN EDUCATION
POSITION TITLE: RESOURCE TEACHER: INDIAN EDUCATION
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To provide direct instructional support to teachers who are providing instruction to students in Indigenous Language bilingual programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:
Provides demonstration lessons for Native American Language Arts and/or ELD teachers as appropriate.
Provides assistance to school staffs in the development, implementation and assessment of Indigenous language bilingual language curriculum and delivery.
Serves on district committees and task forces as designated by the supervisor.
Assists teachers in identified programs with language acquisitions strategies and development of instruction that is based on traditional tribal values, life-ways and principles, while also incorporating current best practices and technologies.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Knowledge of indigenous education programs in theory and practice
Knowledge of language development in relation to Indigenous students and communities
Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
Knowledge of: second language acquisition, educational foundations, assessment, instructional planning, curriculum, materials and school-community relations.
Knowledge of bilingual literacy development.
Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, child abuse/neglect and substance abuse.
Master's degree in bilingual education or related field preferred.
Must have or be able to obtain New Mexico Native Language and Culture (520) License for Zuni.
Experience teaching the Zuni language in high school settings.
Experience teaching Native American studies.
REQUIREMENTS:
NM Native American Language and Culture (NALC) certificate
Valid New Mexico Teacher's license
Three years working with predominantly Native American students in an elementary or secondary school setting
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Philip Farson at 505.884.6392 ex80039 / philip.farson@aps.edu
APPLY TO:
APPLY ONLINE: WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Certified Application. In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
SALARY: A Schedule
DAYS: 190
HOURS:
START DATE: 07/31/2024
Albuquerque Public Schools