SE Peer Navajo Language Tutor
Dine College
- Tsaile, AZ
- $15.00 per hour
- Temporary
- Part-time
composition, and questions,- Facilitates guided questions to assist students to think critically and analytically, further helping students understand how to improve their NAV
Language linguistically; includes research and writing skills with NIS courses,- Guide students through the NAV & NIS writing processes that may include brainstorming & outlining, drafting, revising, proofreading, and editing,- Assist students with reviewing and understanding Navajo Language: NAV 101,102 & 211 writing assignments, learn to organize thoughts beginning
with a topic,- Conduct follow-ups with NAV and NIS instructors to understand the assignments as outlined in the Syllabus,- Assist with on-boarding and orientation for ALL students, including access to the DC Portal: Blackboard, Microsoft, Grammarly and the Learning
Center platform,- Be recognizance of FERPA when working with all students via referrals and scheduling appointments for tutorial sessions.DATA COLLECTION & REPORTING- Become familiar with campus resources, i.e. Library for research platforms,- Assist with compiling resources to share with students to aid their research needs with the NAV & NIS assignments,- Keep accurate records of tutoring sessions both individually and in group settings; submit weekly reports to supervisor,- Important to sign in/out to document hours worked,- Assist with providing a safe and supported learning environment for ALL students from different multicultural and diverse backgrounds including
students with disabilities,OTHER ASSIGNED DUTIES:- Assist Learning Center with program planning to ensure student perspectives and insights,- Special assignments may include evenings and weekend if warranted.QUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperienceMinimum:Must be a current student; completed two or more semesters of the Navajo Language courses; earned 24 or more credit hours; instructor/staff referral/recommendation in courses that demonstrated effective speaking/writing skills in the Navajo Language.Applicants must be in good academic standing: 3.0 CGPA or higher, B-grade or higher in NAV 101, 102 & 211, and NIS 111 & 221.Knowledge:- Knowledgeable of basic Navajo Language and Navajo Indian Studies course with spoken and written formats,- Knowledgeable of Navajo Language writing processes of essay and research writings,- Knowledgeable of the APA, MLA, and other writing formats,- Knowledgeable of FERPA laws in Higher Education setting,- Knowledgeable of best practices for tutorial guidance in Higher Education setting.Skills:- Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites program (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.),- Demonstrates problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to new conditions and assignments,- Demonstrates high level of discretion and sound judgment handling confidential information,- Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual to deliver quality tutorial services with a positive attitude.Abilities:- Demonstrates and adhere to the college's values: T'áá hó 'ájí t'éego, Ahil na'anish, Il ídlí, and Il ééhózin in a work setting,- Demonstrates ability to build positive relationship with students whom have diverse background, including students with disabilities,- Demonstrates understanding of the role of Peer Navajo Language Tutor; provide guidance and support to enhance students' learning and
development.Physical Requirements, Work Environment & Travel:- Attend/complete First AID & CPR AED training; ability to lift, push/pull and carry 25 lbs; work flexible hours totaling 20-hours a week.Other Requirement(s):- Ability to speak and understand the Navajo Language is welcomed,- This a grant funded position, the position requires working on-site.