Culturally Responsive Teaching Mentor

North Slope Borough School District; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Slope Borough School District seeks a Cultural Relevance Mentor to support implementation of culturally responsive instructional practices district-wide.

Working under the Iḷisaurrisuqsipkaiñiaqti Specialist, the CRM will provide school-based mentorship, instructional support, and collaborative professional learning to help teachers integrate culturally relevant instruction in classrooms and schools.

Qualifications

• Understanding of culturally responsive education and District Pedagogy.
• Ability to establish positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional learning and mentorship training.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to adult learners in a respectful manner.
• Commitment to continuous instructional improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing, non-evaluative mentorship to teachers in implementing culturally responsive instructional practices aligned with District Pedagogy.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop, adapt, and implement culturally relevant lessons, instructional strategies, and curriculum resources.
• Model effective instructional practices and facilitate peer collaboration, reflection, and professional growth.
• Participate in required training and CRM cohort meetings; share strategies and facilitate school-based professional learning.
• Collaborate to develop instructional videos, model lessons, and culturally relevant resources; document mentorship activities.

Skills

Culturally responsive education

Mentorship

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

The North Slope Borough School District seeks a Cultural Relevance Mentor to support implementation of culturally responsive instructional practices district-wide.

Working under the Iḷisaurrisuqsipkaiñiaqti Specialist, the CRM will provide school-based mentorship, instructional support, and collaborative professional learning to help teachers integrate culturally relevant instruction in classrooms and schools.