What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gifted Teacher Part-Time (.40) - Artesia Public Schools position at Artesia Public School District?
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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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