Part-Time Energy/Oil & Gas Instructor - Artesia High School

Recruitment Incentive Available for Newly Hired Certified Staff

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

80% of Medical/Dental Premiums Paid by the District

DATE POSTED:  January 20, 2026

BEGINNING DATE:  March 1, 2026 or as soon after as possible - Role May be Part-Time or Full-Time Depending upon Availability and Need 

Position Summary

The High School Energy/Oil & Gas Instructor delivers Career Technical Education (CTE) instruction aligned with New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) CTE standards. This position prepares students for high-demand careers in the oil and gas industry through classroom instruction, hands-on learning, and industry-recognized certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare curriculum aligned to New Mexico standards and industry requirements
• Teach oil and gas fundamentals aligned to New Mexico standards
• Provide hands-on instruction in safety, equipment, production, and industry practices
• Prepare students for industry credentials (e.g., OSHA 10, NCCER, or equivalent)
• Maintain a safe, organized lab and classroom environment
• Assess student progress and maintain required CTE documentation
• Collaborate with district staff, industry partners, and CTE advisory committees

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma and 5 years of industry experience OR Certificate and 3 years of industry experience OR Associate’s degree and 2 years of industry experience OR Bachelor's degree including 32 credit hours of vocational-technical training related to the occupational area
• Oil and gas industry experience
• Ability to obtain a New Mexico Vocational-Technical teaching license through NMPED
• Strong communication and classroom management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of oil and gas industry experience
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience
• Industry certifications (OSHA, NCCER, etc.)

Salary & Benefits

• Salary per district teacher salary schedule
• Benefits in accordance with district policy

HOW TO APPLY:  Complete the entire application ONLINE to be considered for this position.  Provide complete reference information for each reference including name, address, contact number, and email address.  Resume and reference letters are optional.  Internal applicants may use the internal application.

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

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.

REFERENCE'S EMAIL ADDRESSES REQUIRED