Short-Term Elementary General Education Teacher

Joe Harris Elementary School; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Joe Harris Elementary School in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is seeking a General Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year under a 190-day contract. The candidate must hold a valid NM teaching license or obtain licensure within 90 days of hire and will align instruction with state standards across grades.

Responsibilities include implementing curricula, coordinating with site and district goals, and maintaining student records and parent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and NM license or eligibility within 90 days of hire.
• Current NM license appropriate to the teaching assignment or ability to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates teaching program with site-based goals and district‑wide objectives.
• Implements curricula to meet state standards and benchmarks for each grade.
• Arranges classroom for optimum learning and safety.
• Maintains records of student performance and attendance.
• Completes reports and report cards within deadlines.
• Communicates with parents/guardians regarding student progress and conferences.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Demonstrates competency in technology.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Professionalism & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

New Mexico license or eligibility

Job description

Joe Harris Elementary School in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is seeking a General Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year under a 190-day contract. The candidate must hold a valid NM teaching license or obtain licensure within 90 days of hire and will align instruction with state standards across grades.

Responsibilities include implementing curricula, coordinating with site and district goals, and maintaining student records and parent communication.