Position:	Teacher, Bilingual/Dual Language
Supervisor:	Building Administration
Work Site:	Assigned school

 

Summary:

The bilingual teacher will provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate for each student assigned to that classroom in a safe and welcoming learning environment and teach designated material in two languages. The Dual Language teacher will be responsible for creating a dual-language immersion classroom environment that ensures learning and personal growth of every student, establishing effective rapport with students and motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for future academic studies. Dual Language teachers will provide standards-based instruction in Dine/Spanish in all content areas and will provide grades for each content area utilizing the 90/10 model of instruction.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the content area and approved District or State curriculum.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
• Use current technology for instruction.
• Hands-on (kinesthetic) instruction whenever possible.
• 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.
• Supervise educational assistants and work with a team teacher as necessary.
• Demonstrate a willingness to examine and implement change.
• Utilize data-driven instruction, PDSA
• 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 weekly 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)
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position 

Minimum Qualifications:
NM 520 K-12 Native American Language and Culture License  - OR -  Valid New Mexico teaching license  NM PED endorsements are encouraged

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of Dinè language, culture and history preferred

 

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 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 timeframes allowed (complete responsibilities in a timely manner) After hour work may be required

 

Term of Employment:
Exempt