PAIUTE LANGUAGE SPECIALIST

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of Title VI Specialist & the classroom teachers, assists in creating and delivering language and cultural instruction for the purpose of Paiute language and culture revitalization; and performs other duties as required. Paiute Language Specialist positions are assigned to High Schools where designated Paiute Language classes are offered for credit. Paiute Language Instructor duties and responsibilities normally require a high percentage of time in more complex interpreting situations such as presentations, which require simultaneous interpretation of complex conversations.

EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Paiute Language Specialist is responsible for maintaining 9-12th grade instruction for beginner-level 1-4 Paiute language classes. The Specialist provides a culturally appropriate learning atmosphere that maintains a safe, physical environment for good instruction and learning and works with students and teachers on developing hands-on Paiute Language lessons that align with Nevada Academic Content Standards. The Specialist is responsible for collaborating with the cooperating Certified classroom teacher, other language instructors, Curriculum & Instruction's World Language Coordinator as well as local tribal governments and tribal elders on course design and development to ensure teaching materials and evaluation measures are appropriate to achieve program objectives. Ability to participate in professional development and training opportunities. Assist with linguistic documentation and archiving projects, utilizing questioning and discussion techniques in alignment with current recommended teaching practices. Ability to participate in regularly scheduled professional development and teacher training opportunities. Provide language presentations for educational and cultural outreach events. Collaborative with other Tribes' language program staff to develop and nurture relationships and partnerships. Demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience: Any combination equivalent to education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

1. A Bachelor's degree, and /or Associate's degree or college courses completed in Education, Linguistics, Human Development and Family Sciences, Sociology, Counseling or other related courses to education, Native Studies, Equity or Cultural studies

AND/OR

1. Three (3) years of teaching Paiute language
2. Demonstrated a strong proficiency as a speaker of the Paiute language, as well as previous success in the delivery of language and cultural sharing and teaching events.

Knowledge of: The incumbent must have knowledge of principles, concepts, and methodology which has been supplemented by skill gained through job experience to permit an independent performance of recurring assignments or supplemented by expanded professional or administrative knowledge gained through relevant education and experience that has provided skill in carrying out assignments, operations and processes that are significantly more difficult and complex.

Grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and equipment; familiarity with computers. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication in the English and "Paiute" language or comparable language and or dialect.

Skill at: Working with students 9th-12th grades; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Experience with lesson development strongly preferred; Passion for inspiring students to learn the Paiute Language; experience with zoom and Microsoft Teams preferred. Presentations, communication, and interpersonal skills; and the ability to speak effectively before groups and respond to questions. The ability to reflect on one's own teaching; respond to feedback and adjust and improve one's own teaching as experience is gained. Ability to incorporate the traditional customs in a course of study. Strong teamwork, and willingness to work a flexible schedule per school determined to schedule.

Licenses/Certificates: Be able to obtain NAC 391.233 Endorsement to teach Great Basin Native American language; exception to teach without endorsement (NRS 391.019).

Special Considerations: Must be able to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, afternoons, or evening hours. Must be able to speak, read, write and interpret the Paiute Language.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES, AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The district prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Internal Job Number:2022-23-E225772

Salary:

Grade 23

Sch A: $22.23 (entry step)
Sch B: $25.85 (entry step)

New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.

Range/Grade:G23

Additional Job Information:

This is a 40 hour per week, position ending June 2023. This position is grant-funded and contingent upon continued funding. If funding continues, the hiring administrator may retain incumbent for the duration of the grant without re-advertising.

Eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week receive Social Security benefits, and the Salary Increases, Longevity Bonuses, and Credit Union benefits; eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 to 24.75 hours per week received PERS retirement benefits, and the Salary Increases, Longevity Bonuses and Credit Union benefits listed below; eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 25 to 27.25 hours per week receive the benefits listed below, with the exception of Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District.
Holiday: Eligible employees receive up to eleven (11) paid holidays each year. Vacation: Eligible employees receive up to twenty (20) days of paid vacation each year. Sick Leave: Eligible employees receive up to fifteen (15) days of paid sick leave each year. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance: Eligible employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums. Eligible employee paid dependent medical insurance is available for an employee's dependents. Insurance Premiums - Summer Months: WCSD contributes 100% of the district paid portion of eligible employee's insurance premiums for employees who are not scheduled to work in the summer. Life Insurance: The District contributes 100 % of employee's life insurance premiums. Salary Increases: In addition to any negotiated increases each year, eligible employees receive salary increases each July, for the first fifteen (15) years of employment. Longevity Bonuses: Eligible employees receive annual bonuses as follows: 12-14 years of employment, $700; 15-17 years of employment, $1,000; 18 + years of employment, $1,100. Credit Union: Outstanding benefits are available through the Credit Union.
No State Income Tax. No Social Security deductions for most positions working 20 hours per week or more. Retirement benefit offered is the State of Nevada retirement system, Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), which is one of the best in the country.

PERS ELIGIBLE POSITIONS:

Eligible Employees who select the employer paid salary schedule (Schedule A) will have Washoe County School District (WCSD) contribute 100% of the employee's retirement contributions. Eligible employees who select the employer-employee paid salary schedule (Schedule B) will have a portion of the legislatively designated amount paid by WCSD to PERS for retirement benefits and the employee, in turn, will pay the remaining portion of the legislatively designated amount of his/her salary to PERS. These options are introduced and explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation upon selection for employment.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Please be advised there is a 90-day waiting period for insurance benefits.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321.