JOB PURPOSE:

Instructs and facilitates a meaningful and effective learning experience of the course competencies in the classroom, fieldwork, and practicum settings to the Early Childhood students enrolled at the Crownpoint and Chinle instructional sites. The position is subject to all terms and provisions of the NTU faculty contract.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selects, prepares, and maintains current curriculum, course outlines, and printed and non-printed instructional materials. Selects and procures appropriate course books and materials. Ensures instructional materials and curriculum are in alignment with the mission and vision of NTU and the Early Childhood Multicultural Education (ECME) program
• Develops and maintains an inclusive classroom environment conducive to effective learning. Ensures and encourages student engagement and supports student success.
• Preparing lesson plans which incorporate varied instructional techniques, multi-media, integration strategies designed to meet the educational, multisocial, multicultural and emotional needs of the students.
• Instructs students in the field of early childhood education study, birth through age eight.
• Takes, maintains, and submits attendance reports.
• Communicates current requirements for degree and certificate completion with the Early Childhood Education program, ensuring students are informed and guided in meeting academic and programmatic expectations.
• Maintains accurate student files on each advisee, refers students to appropriate student support services within the University.
• Schedules, plans, and supervises the work of students, individually or in small groups, in the classroom or practicum setting.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable safety precautions to protect students, materials, equipment and facilities.
• Designs and provides assessments regarding performance measures that are aligned with the Professional Learning Standards of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and evaluates achievement of students.
• Maintains an up-to-date and accurate inventory of all Instructional equipment, materials and supplies to ensure availability and proper resource management.
• Provides accurate and timely reports as requested.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis, including progress reports and grades.
• Provides constructive feedback on course content/assignments to students on a regular basis.
• Plans, participates and provides opportunities for students to apply early childhood theory within community service initiatives or projects.
• Participates in all necessary meetings as requested by the ECME Program Director.
• Assists in program reviews and NAEYC accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement and their success on student learning outcomes.
• Engages in and develops sustainable efforts to recruit and retain early childhood students. This may include but is not limited to, providing academic advising and support to students enrolled in the ECME program.
• Conduct research in the field of early childhood education with an emphasis in Indigenous Early Childhood Education.
• May serve as a faculty advisor to student clubs or other campus organizations.
• Holds regular office hours to assist and advise students.
• Seeks and assists students in obtaining internships relevant to early childhood education opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share experience and knowledge to support the progression of the early childhood program in attaining national accreditation and developing culturally responsive curriculum.
• Regularly attends and participates in faculty/department meetings, career and technical education meetings, and other institutional meetings and committees as required.
• Serves on the NTU committee annually.
• When necessary will be required to provide student-related information or support in connection with grants associated with the ECME program. The responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, sharing data and updates with grant coordinators and other institutional stakeholders.
• Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and mentors students during their field work experiences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education/Special Education or a related field.
• At least three year's experience working in Birth to Preschool early learning environments/programs.
• Holds an active state teaching license.
• Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
• Valid and clean state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• D./Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Five years or more supervisory experience in Birth to Preschool early learning environments/programs.
• Professional excellence, community service and/or publication.
• Valid and clean state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of state teacher licensing requirements in Arizona and New Mexico.
• Knowledge of early childhood education, birth to preschool early learning environments.
• Knowledge of research-based practices and techniques in early childhood and culturally responsive teaching.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of instructional policies and procedures.
• Skill in operating computers and office machines.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to organize and express ideas, directions, and data in a logical sequence to describe a process or explain procedures on lesson assignment tasks to students.
• Ability to adhere to ECME program and practicum requirements as stated in the ECME Student Handbook.
• Ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups.
• Ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to oversee the work of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and students of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Driving extended miles to the Chinle and Crownpoint campuses, various NTU instructional sites and practicum sites to observe students in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently sits stands, walks, bends, stoops, and squats.
• Uses hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
• Have excellent auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is typically performed within an office, classroom, or laboratory.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work may be required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.