Navajo Heritage Language Teacher — Elementary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Ramah (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan ForgivenessProgram

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Heritage Language Teacher (Navajo) for Ramah Elementary School. The role focuses on bilingual education to help students become bilingual and biliterate in English and Navajo within state and district standards.

You will work on-site, plan engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support diverse learners. A 194-day contract is offered with a clear path to licensure in Native American language education.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak Navajo and English proficiently.
• Knowledge of bilingual curriculum and state standards.
• Experience in delivering language and cultural education.
• Ability to develop, administer and analyze student assessments.
• Familiarity with classroom technology and modern teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver district bilingual and/or home language educational program.
• Teach Navajo and English language acquisition to students.
• Utilize varied teaching methods and resources for each area.
• Communicate with students, families and staff to support learning.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom and monitor student growth.
• Develop and administer assessments aligned to standards.
• Participate in meetings and professional development as required.

Skills

Navajo language fluency

Bilingual English/Navajo

Classroom instruction

Cultural awareness

Assessment development

Student engagement

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computers

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Heritage Language Teacher (Navajo) for Ramah Elementary School. The role focuses on bilingual education to help students become bilingual and biliterate in English and Navajo within state and district standards.

You will work on-site, plan engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support diverse learners. A 194-day contract is offered with a clear path to licensure in Native American language education.