Language Immersion Teacher - Two Open Positions

Language Immersion Teacher About Santo Domingo:

For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 25 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top-of-line services to over 5000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work-life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.

About Our Work Environment:

Our work environment has: Friendly staff Supportive work environment Flexibility And is community service driven We offer a generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year. Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision. Competitive 401k retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Summary of Position:

The Language Immersion Teacher is responsible for conducting childcare services and activities fully immersed in the Keres language. The Language Immersion Teacher will work collaboratively with staff and teacher assistants offering daily activities and culturally relevant activities that are appropriate for the learning space. The Language Immersion Teacher will be responsible for monitoring their students' development and levels of proficiency within the Keres language to determine areas of growth and where more challenges might be needed. The Language Immersion Teacher will be responsible for communicating these observations and learning supports to parents and teacher assistants to ensure learning continuity and consistency. The Language Immersion Teacher will be responsible for classroom lesson planning and coordination of classroom activities, outdoor activities, field trips, and family engagement events. All the activities surrounding language immersion are to enhance the child's development and fluency of the Keres language and culture. The Language Immersion Teacher will ultimately provide high-quality childcare services for children aged 8 weeks to 13 years of age, in accordance with Departmental, FederalTribal standards, regulations and laws.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be an enrolled tribal member of Santo Domingo Pueblo. CDA or Higher Degree in Early Childhood Education, with a minimum of 2 years of experience as a childcare provider and/or teaching; OR a combination of some education and 2 years' experience in early childhood education and willingness to obtain CDA. Excellent oral and written communication skills focus efforts to meet the goals and objectives of children and parents, and CCDF requirements. Bilingual in the English and Keres language. Experience and knowledge in Kewa culture and proper protocols Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification and complete all required Health and Safety Training within 3 months of hire. Valid driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance. Must be able to pass a background check and new hire drug screening Are you ready to join our Team? If you would like to learn more about this position, see the attached link. If you would like to APPLY for this position, it can also be found on our website at Careers - (santodomingotribe.org). Santo Domingo Pueblo exercises Indian preference in employment opportunities but otherwise supports non-discrimination on the basis of age, sex, religion, disability, color, race, or national origin, except where required by bona fide business necessity.