Academic Support Specialist

Santo Domingo Tribal Programs; Santo Domingo Pueblo / Kewa (NM); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policy

Affordable medical plans

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Santo Domingo Tribal Programs is seeking an Academic Support Specialist to provide individualized and small-group support to students. The role includes identifying student needs, offering academic coaching, and collaborating with families and teachers to enhance academic performance.

The position requires a High School Diploma and at least 2 years of experience in youth support. Benefits include paid leave, health coverage, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with youth and/or tribal communities.
• Must be willing to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends.
• Satisfactorily pass a drug/alcohol and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to students by identifying their needs.
• Monitor student progress and collaborate with teachers and families.
• Facilitate tutoring and parent workshops, with a focus on STEM-related activities.

Skills

Youth support

Communication

Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Academic Support Specialist – Full Time, Temporary

About Santo Domingo Pueblo: 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, there are more than 200 employees working in over 25 departments to provide top‑of‑the‑line services to more than 5,000 members.

About Our Work Environment

• Friendly staff
• Supportive work environment
• Flexibility
• Community service driven

Summary of Position

The Academic Support Specialist will provide individualized and small‑group support to students by identifying their needs, offering academic coaching, monitoring progress, collaborating with teachers and families, and implementing strategies to improve academic performance. The incumbent will communicate with families and serve as a liaison with various school districts, including but not limited to Bernalillo, Albuquerque, and Santa Fe. This role involves assessing student needs, facilitating tutoring, parent workshops, and collaborating with the Library Activities Coordinator to facilitate STEM‑related enrichment activities and events.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with youth and/or tribal communities.
• Must be willing to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, when needed.
• Satisfactorily pass a drug/alcohol and background check.

Benefits

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 coverage, a competitive 401(k) retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Salary

$15.00 – $18.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.