Gifted Teacher Part-Time (.40) - Artesia Public Schools

RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE FOR CERTIFIED STAFF NEW TO APS

DATE POSTED: October 7, 2026

BEGINNING DATE: Immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION: Gifted Teacher Part-Time (.40)

Position Summary

The Gifted Education Teacher provides specialized instruction and services to students identified as gifted in grades K–12 in accordance with New Mexico state regulations. Instruction aligns with the New Mexico Content Standards and Benchmarks and district curriculum. The teacher supports advanced academic development as well as the social and emotional needs of gifted learners.

Gifted education services are provided in compliance with guidelines established by the New Mexico Public Education Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction to identified gifted students through pull-out, inclusion, or cluster-group models

Develop and implement differentiated curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and depth of knowledge

Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure appropriate classroom modifications and enrichment

Develop and maintain Gifted Individualized Education Plans (GIEPs) in compliance with New Mexico regulations

Participate in SAT/IEP/GIEP meetings as required

Conduct and interpret student assessments to monitor progress

Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with state and district policies

Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student performance and programming

Participate in professional development related to gifted education and state initiatives

Other duties as assigned by supervisors

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Valid New Mexico Level I, II, or III-A Teaching License

Endorsement in Gifted Education (K–12) issued by the State of New Mexico

Knowledge of New Mexico Content Standards and Benchmarks

Ability to pass required background checks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with gifted or high-ability elementary students

Experience developing and implementing GIEPs

Training in differentiated instruction and advanced curriculum design

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Understanding of characteristics and needs of gifted learners

Ability to design instruction that provides acceleration, enrichment, and depth

Knowledge of New Mexico gifted eligibility criteria and compliance requirements

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Proficiency with instructional technology and student data systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (3–6 hours daily)

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and sit on the floor or at student-height desks

Ability to lift and carry instructional materials up to 25 pounds

Ability to supervise and actively engage students in classroom and school environments

Adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to monitor and instruct students

Work Environment

Elementary school classroom setting within a New Mexico public school district

Exposure to typical classroom noise levels

Frequent interaction with students, staff, and families

May require travel between school sites within the district

REPORTS TO: Building Principal & Director of Special Education

WORK SCHEDULE: 184 Day Contract

HOW TO APPLY: Complete the entire application ONLINE to be considered for this position. Current employees should utilize the INTERNAL application. Provide complete reference information for each reference including name, address, contact number, and email address. Resume and reference letters are optional.

REQUIREMENTS: The applicant, if selected, MUST undergo a FBI Fingerprint Background Submission

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation , age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. If due to a disability, you are currently unable to perform any of the job duties identified in this job description, advise the personnel department of that condition. The personnel department will make a determination whether a reasonable accommodation can be made in these job duties and procedures to address that disability.

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