Special Education Teacher — Small Group Instruction (Immediate Start)

Maggie Cordova Elementary School

Rio Rancho (NM)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 56,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

Maggie Cordova Elementary School is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Rio Rancho, NM. This 190-day contract position starts immediately and focuses on elementary and secondary levels with responsibilities spanning IEP implementation and inclusive instruction.

The role requires a valid NM teaching license or eligibility, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work with educational assistants and staff to support students with special

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • Current New Mexico Department of Education license appropriate to the teaching assignment with endorsements or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinates teaching program with site-based goals and district-wide objectives.
  • Instructs and assists students in motor, language, socio-emotional and cognitive development.
  • Ensures goals in IEPs are completed and communicated to staff and families.
  • Assists students with special needs including feeding, mobility, bathroom assistance, diapering and bathing.
  • Plans and directs instructional activities of educational assistants.
  • Instructs students one-on-one and in small groups.
  • Maintains regular communication with educational assistants and teachers on progress.
  • Arranges classroom environment for learning and safety.
  • Delivers curriculum accurately within the scope of assignment.
  • Uses conflict resolution skills and maintains a conducive learning atmosphere.
  • Sets goals for self and students and tracks academic achievement.
  • Keeps documentation and records of performance and attendance.
  • Completes reports and attends meetings per contract and regulations.

Skills

Efficient organization
Professional communication
Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree
NM teaching license or eligible

Job description

Maggie Cordova Elementary School is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Rio Rancho, NM. This 190-day contract position starts immediately and focuses on elementary and secondary levels with responsibilities spanning IEP implementation and inclusive instruction.

The role requires a valid NM teaching license or eligibility, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work with educational assistants and staff to support students with special

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