SUMMARY:

To coordinate and implement programs, services, and opportunities to meet the unique needs of our current, returning, and prospective Los Alamos Public Schools Native American student body. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide support services for Native American students, K-12, to help them succeed academically in alignment with the Title VII goals, objectives, and activities and comply with the LAPS Indian Education policies. 
• Maintain and actively solicit Title VII Student Eligibility Certification Form ED 506 for all eligible Native American students.
• Research and implement culturally sensitive instructional resources that may be used by all current and incoming LAPS staff. 
• Communicate effectively with Tribal leaders and educational departments whose students are represented within LAPS to provide educational planning, academic advising, cultural advocacy, and guidance. 
• Develop and engage in proactive advising and early alert initiatives; monitor student success and failure and work to overcome barriers.
• Conduct workshops in collaboration with Los Alamos High School Career Resource Center and assist with financial opportunities such as FAFSA, scholarships, and internships.
• Create and conduct an orientation program in collaboration with LAPS school district for incoming Native American students. 
• Support and nurture a welcoming and culturally sound environment for Native American students within Los Alamos Public Schools. 
• Advocate for and collaborate with Native American clubs at the Middle and High School.
•  Increase visibility and campus awareness of current events relevant to Native American issues through planning events, forums, conferences, and collaborations. 
•  Attend all conferences/meetings, where LAPS students need representation. (i.e. – Parent Advisory Committee, LAPS District Parent meetings, LAPS Board meetings, OIE meetings) 
•  Ensure LAPS Policy 6147 is supported 
• Actively seek and maintain grants that provide funding for Indian Education by collecting data regularly, and providing quarterly written reports. 
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Indian education programs, as well as American Indian culture and heritage
•  Demonstrated history of successful overseeing or development of Indian Education grant(s)
•  Demonstrated success at designing and implementing professional development around the success of Native American student achievement
•  Knowledge of state and federal laws relative to Native Americans 
• Experience with Indian Education programs or Indian community organizations is preferred
•  Effective verbal and written communication skills
•  Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
•  Strong time management and organization skills
• Able to attend work regularly and report to work on time

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE:

• B.A. degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or related field

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Environment: Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Mobility: Walking, standing, or sitting for prolonged periods; extensive use of computer keyboard.

Vision: Visual acuity to read numerical figures and written materials.

1.00 FTE- 8 hour day, 40 hour week

Appropriate salary based on experience and education.