Special Education Teacher Lifeskills Program

Anova Education; Bloomfield (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bloomfield is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year to provide guidance and instructional experiences for students in the Life Skills Program. This role involves collaboration with parents and educators to foster student achievement, requiring a Bachelor's degree and a valid New Mexico Special Education License. The position also includes physical requirements, such as lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of content area and approved curriculum.
• Utilize various teaching methods and resources.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Apply principles of student growth and development.
• Utilize student assessment techniques.
• Manage the educational setting for positive behavior.
• Recognize student diversity and promote involvement.
• Examine and implement changes as appropriate.
• Work productively with colleagues and parents.
• Follow board policies and regulations.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Valid New Mexico Special Education License

Job description

For2025-2026 School Year

The Special Education Teacher will provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate for each student assigned to the Life SkillsProgram. Will work in partnership with parents, students, and regular education teachers in accordance with Bloomfield School’s mission and vision in order to promote student achievement.

Qualifications

• 1. Bachelor’s degree
• 2. Valid New Mexico Special Education License

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs.), reaching, squatting, kneeling and moving light furniture may be required.

Performance Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. The teacher accurately demonstrates knowledge of the content area and approved curriculum.
2. The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
3. The teacher communicates with and obtains feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding.
4. The teacher comprehends the principles of student growth, development, and learning and applies them appropriately.
5. The teacher effectively utilizes student assessment techniques and procedures.
6. The teacher manages the educational setting in a manner that promotes positive student behavior and a safe and healthy environment.
7. The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept.
8. The teacher demonstrates a willingness to examine and implement change as appropriate.
9. The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents, and community members.
10. The teacher follows board policies and administrative rules and regulations.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of this position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.