Teacher, Early Pre-K B

SFCC Santa Fe Community College; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

SFCC Santa Fe Community College is recruiting for a Teacher I–IV on-site position in Santa Fe, NM. The role supports a daily Kids Campus program for young children, supervises practicum students, and collaborates with program directors and apprenticeship managers.

Responsibilities include organizing classrooms, fostering development across domains, communicating with families, and aligning with NAEYC/ACFCP standards. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with background checks required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood education principles and practice.
• Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practices and curriculums.
• Awareness of regulations for safety and health in child settings.
• Ability to use classroom technology and software for learning.
• Experience documenting child growth and learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Organize indoor and outdoor spaces to stimulate exploration and learning.
• Support development across social, emotional, language, and cognitive domains.
• Maintain communication with families about activities and milestones.
• Plan home visits, conferences, and family events as needed.
• Assess and adapt curriculum based on child needs and outcomes.
• Coach practicum students and apprentices per NAEYC and SFCC guidelines.
• Open/close classrooms per procedures and attend required training.
• Demonstrate leadership and collaboration in the team.
• Ensure compliance with accrediting standards and safety policies.

Skills

Early childhood knowledge

Child development

Regulatory knowledge

Infection control

Curriculum development

ECE instruction

Computers & software

State & accrediting rules

Curriculum design

Classroom instruction

Parent communication

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Parental engagement

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Early Childhood

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood

Early Childhood Teaching License

AA in Early Childhood

Master’s degree in Early Childhood

Job description

Compensation

Teacher I - $48,171.17 annual salary Teacher II - $52,988.29 annual salary Teacher III - $62,622.53 annual salary Teacher IV - $67,439.65 annual salary

Compensation Type: Salary Employment Type: Regular FLSA: Exempt Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Position Summary

Plans, supervises and implements a daily program of the SFCC Kid’s Campus for young children which promotes their learning and development and supports the diverse needs and interests of their families. Coaches practicum students and apprenticeships in the Early Childhood Education program in collaboration with the Kid’s Campus Program Director and APRENDE Early Childhood Teacher Apprenticeship Manager and Early Childhood Education Faculty. Must be committed to serving a diverse college community. Actively participates in and contributes to continuous quality improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

Organizes the indoor and outdoor environment and participates in the selection of materials in all content development areas to stimulate and sustain exploration, experimentation, discovery and conceptual learning to achieve desired outcomes both indoors and outdoors. Incorporates content, concepts, and activities that foster social, emotional, physical, language and cognitive development. Creates a positive emotional climate in the classroom that fosters children’s emotional well-being and demonstrates respect for each child. Establishes and maintains regular communication (verbal and written) with families regarding children’s activities, developmental milestones, shared care‑giving issues, and other information that affects children’s well‑being and development. Plans and participates in home visits (Pre‑K Classrooms); parent‑teacher conferences and monthly family events. Executes assessment methods to assist in the identification of children’s needs and interests and to improve curriculum, the learning environment, and teaching practice to support learning outcomes. Coach practicum and apprenticeships students according to guidelines from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), APRENDE Early Childhood Teacher Apprenticeship Program, and SFCC’s Early Childhood Associates Program. Opens and closes the classroom at the end of the day in accordance with set procedures. Attends training and completes coursework based on specific needs of the center as well as accreditation requirements. Must demonstrate on‑going strong leadership skills, including modeling best practices in early childhood education; providing guidance and support to Teacher Assistants, Practicum Students, Apprenticeships, and peers; taking initiative in classroom planning, supervision, and problem‑solving; maintaining clear and professional communication with families and administration; and contributing to a collaborative, accountable team culture in alignment with NAEYC, CACFP, and ECECD standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of early childhood education principles.
• Knowledge of child growth and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Knowledge of regulations associated with the prevention of occupational disease and injury.
• Knowledge of proper hand washing and infection control techniques.
• Knowledge of curriculum development principles.
• Knowledge of early childhood instruction principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs.
• Knowledge of state and accrediting agency requirements.
• Skill in the development of curriculum.
• Skill in classroom instruction.
• Skill in the articulation of information to parents.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to develop and implement quality early childhood development to parents.

Minimum Qualifications

TEACHER I

• High School Graduation or GED
• 29 Early Childhood Credits (equivalent to NM Professional Certificate)
• 1 year of experience in an early childhood setting

TEACHER II

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood or closely related field
• Two (2) years of experience in an early childhood setting

TEACHER III

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood
• Three (3) years experience in an early childhood setting OR
• Unrelated Bachelor’s degree
• Early Childhood Teaching License
• Three (3) years experience in an early childhood setting OR
• Unrelated Bachelor’s degree
• AA in Early Childhood
• Three (3) years experience in an early childhood setting

TEACHER IV

• Master’s degree in Early Childhood or a closely related degree
• Three (3) years experience in an early childhood setting OR
• Unrelated Master’s degree
• Early Childhood Teaching License
• Three (3) years experience in an early childhood setting OR
• Unrelated Master’s degree
• AA in Early Childhood
• Three (3) years of experience in an early childhood setting

Conditions of Employment

Required to successfully pass all required background checks, including those conducted by ECECD and Santa Fe Community College prior to employment and periodically thereafter in accordance with regulatory and institutional requirements. Must possess and maintain current Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Pediatric First Aid certifications. New hires are required to obtain both certifications and any required ECECD trainings within ninety (90) days of hire and renew them on or before their expiration date. May be reassigned to other classrooms or age groups on a temporary or permanent basis, based on program needs and staffing requirements.

Teacher Educational Progress Requirement

Teachers are required to be actively enrolled and taking a minimum of 3 credit hours toward their AA in Early Childhood each semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer) to remain in compliance with program and accreditation expectations. For PreK Classrooms: Teachers are required to be actively enrolled and taking a minimum of 6 credit hours toward their BA in Early Childhood each semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer) to remain in compliance with the ECECD NM PreK and accreditation expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed in classroom and outdoor settings. Frequently lifts up to 30 lbs. and occasionally 40-50 lbs. Work requires the ability to use the sense of smell to detect safety and hygiene concerns such as spoiled food, soiled diapers or clothing, sanitation issues, smoke, or other environmental hazards. Occasional climbing. Regularly exposed to noise. Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne pathogens and contagious or infectious diseases. The work requires the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to gloves, masks, and other protective devices as required.

Schedule Designation

Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. This role will be required to work on‑site at Santa Fe Community College.

Best Consideration Date

Open Until Filled Notice of Background Check and Education Verification: All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon a successful completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.

EEO Statement

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.

ADA Statement

Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The SFCC is an EOE and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes. SFCC Recruiting Statement:

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic‑serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico. We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff. SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone. SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff. Join the SFCC team in working to empower students and strengthen community! For more than 35 years, Santa Fe Community College has been the gateway to success for individuals and the community by providing affordable, high‑quality educational programs that serve the social, cultural, technological and economic needs of a diverse community. SFCC is designated a Best for Vets and a Military Friendly school. The college serves more than 13,000 students per year in its credit, noncredit and adult programs. For further information, call 505-428-1000.

Our Mission and Strategic Plan

Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los estudiantes, fortalecer a la comunidad. SFCC values the strengths and contributions across all backgrounds, cultures, and identities and commits to examining and addressing systemic biases to deliver respect, equity, and access for all. SFCC valora la fortaleza y contribuciones por parte de todos los orígenes, culturas e identidades y se compromete a examinar y abordar prejuicios sistémicos para brindar respeto, equidad y acceso a todos.