Albuquerque Public Schools

Overview

The Welding Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year is responsible for creating a flexible magnet program that fosters student learning and personal growth. This role involves developing skills and knowledge in students while ensuring a collaborative and innovative teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the development and implementation of the magnet school’s program of instruction.
• Coordinates parent advisory activities and parent education workshops.
• Plans and implements a program of study that integrates student voice and choice with educational standards.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establishes clear objectives for lessons and measures ongoing progress.
• Selects and employs appropriate instructional methods and materials.
• Maintains standards of student behavior and discipline.
• Evaluates and communicates student learning progress regularly.
• Administers group standardized tests as per the District testing program.
• Maintains open communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Creates a conducive classroom environment for learning.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated times.
• Selects and requests appropriate instructional materials and maintains inventory records.
• Implements effective learning programs and initiates referrals when necessary.
• Provides directions for substitute teachers and supervises classroom aides.
• Collaborates with staff in assessing and helping students with various problems.
• Participates in professional development and collaboration to implement the school’s theme.

Requirements

• Effective communication skills, verbal, written, and digital.
• Flexibility, organization, decision making, professional collaboration, innovative, personable, and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer systems, financial procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of District policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies, and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members, and staff.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related occupational area, or Associate Degree plus 2 years of experience, or Certificate plus 3 years of experience, or High school diploma/GED plus 5 years of experience.
• Valid NM Teacher’s license appropriate to teaching assignment.

Additional Information

• Salary: Schedule A
• Days: 190
• Hours: 6.5
• Start Date: 08/01/2026
• Location: 560:VALLEY HS