Language Apprentice Teacher Candidate - F/T

Indian Tribe; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Birthday Leave

Paid Holidays

Employer-paid Medical Insurance

Employer-paid Dental Insurance

Job summary

Comanche Nation Language Department in Lawton, OK, is seeking a Language Apprentice Teacher Candidate (LATC) to lead Comanche language learning and teaching efforts, advancing learners to conversational proficiency. You will engage in immersion sessions, mentor interactions, and material development.

The role requires independent work, strong communication, and willingness to travel up to 25%. The LATC supports language revitalization and community outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must be motivated, self-starter and able to work independently.
• Second Language Learning training or facilitator training highly recommended.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in the classroom and with the public.
• Basic office and internet computer skills, and other software programs needed to perform job duties.
• Must possess a Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass Drug Testing.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a Federal Background Investigation, employment will be contingent upon successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in daily Comanche language immersion sessions.
• Participate in self-study activities outside of the normal Comanche language immersion hours.
• Meets or exceeds target proficiency goals as set by the program Director.
• Meet one-on-one with Mentor-Speakers of Comanche language and in group settings.
• Responsible for documentation, compliance, and verifying participant progress in Comanche Language activities.
• Contribute to creation of lesson plans and learning materials for the Comanche language.
• Identify sources of information for teaching Comanche language.
• Participate in joint language revitalization efforts with various individuals, linguists and other academics.
• Promote the activities of the Comanche Nation Language Department to the general public.

Skills

Motivated

Self-starter

Independent worker

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Office & internet skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Comanche Nation Language Department - Lawton, OK 73502Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDSalary Range: $15.00 - $18.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: M-F/8-5Job Category: Admin - ClericalOPENING DATE: September 3, 2026

CLOSING DATE: September 16, 2026

*The LATC is a one (1) year Full-Time/Temporary position. There may be an opportunity for an extension after the first year.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Language Apprentice Teacher Candidate (LATC) is responsible for language learning of the Comanche language (leading to full conversational proficiency). The LATC will also be responsible for teaching the Comanche language.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend and participate in daily Comanche language immersion sessions.
• Participate in self-study activities outside of the normal Comanche language immersion hours.
• Meets or exceeds target proficiency goals as set by the program Director. Meeting these proficiency goals is a requirement for ongoing employment as an LATC.
• Meet one-on-one with Mentor-Speakers of Comanche language and in group settings.
• Responsible for documentation, compliance, and verifying participant progress in Comanche Language activities.
• Contribute to creation of lesson plans and learning materials for the Comanche language.
• Identify sources of information for teaching Comanche language.
• Participate in joint language revitalization efforts with various individuals, linguists and other academics.
• Promote the activities of the Comanche Nation Language Department to the general public.
• Upon reaching conversational proficiency in level I, II, and III, LATC's will be assigned specific job duties in one or more of these program areas including, but not limited to, community classes, public schools, and early childcare programs, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO

Will report to the Language Department Director. Does not possess supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Employee must be able to climb, crouch, pull, push, reach, stand engage in repetitive motions, grasp, walk, feel, touch, speak, hear and see.
• Employee must be able to move and lift computing equipment.
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5pm. Some weekends and evenings.
• Travel Required: Occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Majority of work will be performed in an office or classroom setting with some field work outside and outreach activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required.
• Must be motived, self-starter and able to work independently.
• Second Language Learning training or facilitator training highly recommended.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in the classroom and with the public.
• Basic office and internet computer skills, and other software programs needed to perform job duties.
• Cooperates with all team members and leadership.
• Ability to develop and implement inquiry and hands-on learning strategies; ability to be creative and to be flexible in thinking.
• Must be available for flexible work hours and work locations as necessary to carry out duties of the position.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess a Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass Drug Testing.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a Federal Background Investigation, employment will be contingent upon successful completion.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Annual Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Sick Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave (5 paid days off for specified family members)
• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
• Dental Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
• Life Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only- $40K coverage)
• 401K-up to 3% match

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS (100% employee paid via payroll deduction)

• Medical Insurance BCBS (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Dental Insurance Delta Dental (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Vision Insurance VSP (Employee, Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Additional Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• AFLAC

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Comanche Nation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

COMANCHE PREFERENCE

COMANCHE PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of enrollment with employment application to receive Comanche preference.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

INDIAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), Form 4432 must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference. Non-Indian applications will be considered in the absence of qualified Comanche and/or Indian preference applicants.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

VETERAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of veteran status, DD Form 214, with employment application to receive veteran preference.