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Language Apprentice

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Durant, OKTemporary$20/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$20/hr
Location
Durant, OK
Role Type
Apprenticeship
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is hiring a Language Apprentice. The Language Apprentice will engage in a temporary 12-month position, beginning September 28th, 2026, and ending September 24th, 2027. This role involves working with Master level fluent speakers in face-to-face language immersion activities and instruction. The apprentice will also complete language curriculum assignments within the Choctaw Language learning management system portal and participate in department activities.

Key focus areas include Work with Master level fluent speakers engaging in face-to-face language immersion activity and instruction, Work in the Choctaw Language learning management system portal completing language curriculum assignments, and Participate in department activities with our staff.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED and Choctaw Tribal Member Status. Important skills include Communication, Electronic Communication, Learn Choctaw Language, and Teach Choctaw Language. Preferred (not required): Public Speaking.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationElectronic CommunicationLearn Choctaw LanguageTeach Choctaw LanguagePublic Speaking

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDChoctaw Tribal Member Status

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Full job description

This is a temporary 12-month position, beginning on Monday, September 28th, 2026 and ending Sept 24th, 2027

Starting Pay: $20.00 / hour

*Please note that you are not required to know the Choctaw Language to be Language Apprentice.

To be considered for this position, you must upload your resume, a cover letter and three (3) letters of recommendation

The deadline to apply is Friday, August 28th, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Relocation reimbursement benefits are available for qualified Choctaw Tribal Members! Find out more at: Relocation - Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Primary Tasks:

  • Work with Master level fluent speakers engaging in face-to-face language immersion activity and instruction

  • Work in the Choctaw Language learning management system portal completing language curriculum assignments

  • Participate in department activities with our staff

  • Instructional coursework as assigned

  • Other duties as may be assigned by the Director of the School of Choctaw Language.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • Choctaw Tribal Member Status

  • Strong Verbal, Written, and Electronic Communication Skills

  • The ability to learn how to read, speak, and teach the Choctaw language

  • Public Speaking Experience Preferred

Job Identification: 29385

Job Category: Internship

Posting Date: 07/28/2026, 6:50 PM

Job Schedule: Full time

On-Site/Remote: On-Site

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