2026-2027 SY: Teacher- Math

Santa Fe Public Schools•Santa Fe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher – Math teaches mathematics and provides an atmosphere that supports students’ intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth. The teacher organizes and implements an instructional program and provides direct instruction in subject matter and skills to support student achievement in accordance with each student’s ability. The role is based at Edward Ortiz Middle School and reports to the Principal(s). The contract is nine months, and the stated schedule is seven hours per day. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with state standards, Common Core State Standards, and Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education goals. The role includes adapting instruction to students’ individual needs, monitoring and reporting academic and social growth, maintaining a productive learning environment, collaborating with peers, and communicating with students and families. The teacher may also supervise experiential activities and sponsor extracurricular activities. A four-year degree and a valid New Mexico Secondary Teaching License, or the ability to obtain one, with appropriate endorsements are required. The stated licensure options are NMPED 7–12 Secondary with a Math endorsement or K–12 Specialty with a Math endorsement. All positions require a post-offer/pre-employment background check. The position is exempt.

Requirements

Four-year degree.
Valid New Mexico Secondary Teaching License, or the ability to obtain one, with appropriate endorsements for the courses taught.
NMPED 7–12 Secondary license with Math endorsement, or K–12 Specialty license with Math endorsement.
Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to follow specific instructions and perform routine tasks, duties, and procedures.
Ability to exercise sound judgment when instructing students and managing their behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
Ability to work with various ethnic groups and collaborate toward school and district goals.
Willingness to participate periodically in professional growth and remain current with developments in the profession.
Ability to perform duties in awareness of district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting or exerting force up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Successful completion of the required post-offer/pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish.
At least one year of previous teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement a program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities and complies with applicable state standards, Common Core State Standards, and district goals and objectives.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to student needs.
Ensure that the district’s seven Common Commitments are evident in direct instruction.
Deliver curriculum using adopted textbooks and translate lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior that support an effective learning atmosphere.
Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Identify pupil needs, make appropriate referrals, and develop strategies for individual education plans (IEPs).
Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, guest-speaker visits, and other experiential activities, and guide students’ learning from those activities.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
Create an environment for learning through displays, interest centers, and exhibits of students’ work.
Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment and develop common assessments.
Model professional and ethical standards in dealings with students, parents, peers, and the community.
Perform other related duties as assigned.