Assistant Professor of Navajo Linguistics (AST, ASC, FULL, Prof)

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Occupation:

Educational Instruction and Library Occupations

Location:

Crownpoint, NM - 87313 Positions available: 1 Job #: 1732956

Source:

Navajo Technical University

Posted:

03/23/2026

Web Site:

www.navajotech.edu

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

JOB PURPOSE

Instructs and facilitates a meaningful and effective learning experience of the course competencies in classroom, field, and K-12 educational settings. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the NTU faculty contract. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position. This position requires knowledge and competence in Applied Linguistics.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects and prepares course outlines and printed and non-printed instructional materials. Selects and orders course books and materials.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning. Encourages student success.
• Preparing lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, multi-social, and emotional needs of the students.
• Instructs students in field of study.
• Takes, maintains, and submits attendance reports.
• Assists students regarding up-to-date information on degrees or certificates in their educational program.
• Maintains accurate files on each advisee, refers students when appropriate to sources of specialized services within the University.
• Sets up, plans, and supervises work of students, individually or in small groups, in shop or laboratory.
• Designs tests and evaluates achievement of students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable safety precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
• Provides assessments regarding performance measures.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis, including progress reports and grades.
• Provides regular feedback on work and assignments to students.
• Participates and provides opportunities for students in community service initiatives or projects.
• Provides accurate and timely reports as requested.
• Assists in program reviews and accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement and their success on outcomes.
• Participates in and develops efforts to recruit and retain students.
• Conducts research in field of study.
• Identifies grant opportunities. Prepares and submits proposals.
• Attends graduate committee meetings.
• Holds regular office hours to assist students.
• Seeks and assists students in obtaining internships.
• Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings, career and technical education meetings, and other meetings and committees as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
• The ability to take responsibility and to work to deadlines
• Structured and clear communication skills
• Use a range of learning and teaching approaches
• Use a variety of teaching assessment techniques
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise doctoral dissertations to completion.
• Advise graduate students, monitor their academic progress, and act as a mentor.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• D. degree complete by June 30, 2025 in Applied Linguistics, Linguistics, Education, or relevant field.
• Specialization or experience in instruction of North American Indigenous languages.
• Willingness to learn Navajo.
• Valid and clean state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Teaching experience at an Indigenous-serving institution
• Teaching experience using distance delivery
• Proficiency in Navajo or another Indigenous language of the Americas
• Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of field of study.
• Knowledge of techniques and practices in field.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of instructional policies and procedures.
• Skilled in operating computers and office machines.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures such as how to perform a task to students.
• Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups.
• Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to oversee the work of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• No special physical demands

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is typically performed within an office, classroom or laboratory.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work may be required.

Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.

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JOB PURPOSE

As a key contributor to student success, provides academic advisement for prospective, current, and former students. Assesses academic level, attends to student academic inquiries, assists in the resolution of individual academic problems, and advises on academic program changes. Advises and assists students in the development of academic plans and class schedules Analyzes applications, transfer evaluations, and transcripts for entry and exit from the university. Develops and maintains appropriate files and records. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts campus tours for prospective students and families.
• Assists as a Proctor in accuplacer testing for students.
• Assesses the student's stage of development (academic, career, and personal) and promotes student growth by determining suitable developmental tasks; advises student in establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals to ensure successful progress to completion of degree program.
• Facilitates students academic progress by evaluating their needs and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for students who need assistance with overcoming learning obstacles, specialized tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or similar needs.
• Meets with students to provide information and guidance on academic-related issues, such as graduation requirements and exceptions, major exploration, course planning and registration, transfer credit evaluation/substitution or advanced degree requirements.
• Collects and disseminates information to students, faculty and departments about changes in major requirements or University policies and adjusts advising strategies as appropriate.
• Coordinates and participates in the advising-related portion of new/transfer student and parent orientation sessions.
• Provides intervention services for students to track progress, referrals for tutoring, outside services, and early intervention to ensure student success.
• Maintains students academic files that include a record of the advising activity that takes place during each visit.
• Prepares advising materials such as student information, advising guides and recruitment materials. Presents academic information to orientation groups and potential students and parents.
• Maintains confidential student records, documents all pertinent student information, and updates computerized information system regarding changes to student status.
• Serves on University committees and makes recommendations that affect curriculum requirements, advising processes and program development and published materials.
• Coordinates data compilation, statistical reports and correspondence, depending upon the area of assignment.
• Complies with all regulatory requirements for student record maintenance and storage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

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JOB PURPOSE

Instructs and facilitates a meaningful and effective learning experience of the course competencies in the classroom and laboratory settings. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the NTU faculty contract. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position. This position requires teaching experience.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in developing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Selects and prepares course outlines as well as instructional materials. Selects and orders course books and materials.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment encouraging effective learning and student success.
• Preparing lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, multi-social and emotional needs of the students.
• Instructs students in field of study.
• Takes, maintains, and submits attendance reports.
• Provides assistance to students regarding up to date information on degrees or certificates in their educational program.
• Maintains accurate files on each advisee, refers students when appropriate to sources of specialized services within the university.
• Sets up, plans, and supervises work of students, individually or in small groups.
• Designs tests and evaluates achievement of students.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable safety precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
• Provides assessments regarding performance measures.
• Maintains a current and accurate inventory of all equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis, including progress reports and grades.
• Provides feedback on work and assignments to students.
• Participates and provides opportunities for students in community service initiatives or projects.
• Provides accurate and timely reports as requested.
• Assists in program reviews and accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement and their success on outcomes.
• Participates in and develops efforts to recruit and retain students.
• Conducts research in field of study.
• Identifies grant opportunities. Prepares and submits proposals.
• May be advisor to student clubs.
• Holds regular office hours to assist students.
• Seeks and assists students in obtaining internships.
• Collaborates with colleagues to share experience and knowledge.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings, career and technical education meetings, and other meetings and committees as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises students during laboratory work.

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