What are the responsibilities and job description for the Humanities Teacher position at New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts?
Job Title: NMAMA Middle and High School Humanities Teacher
Reports To: Executive Director/Principal or Humanities Department Chair
Position Type: Full-Time / Certified Teaching Position
Job Summary:
The Middle and High School Humanities Teacher is responsible for teaching integrated courses
in English Language Arts and Social Studies to middle and/or high school students. The role
emphasizes critical thinking, reading, writing, research, and analysis through the exploration of
literature, history, culture, and current events. The teacher fosters interdisciplinary connections
and encourages thoughtful dialogue, empathy, and civic responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
? Plan and deliver engaging lessons in literature, writing, history, and/or social sciences
? Integrate humanities content to create interdisciplinary units and thematic learning
experiences
? Foster discussion, debate, and inquiry around historical and literary texts and
contemporary issues
? Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
? Use formative and summative assessments to monitor and support student progress
? Promote student writing across genres (analytical, narrative, argumentative, etc.)
? Encourage students to think critically about texts, perspectives, and world events
? Incorporate technology, primary sources, and multimedia into lessons
? Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and school initiatives
? Maintain regular communication with students and families
? Attend a minimum of 3 out of school functions, one of which must be graduation
? Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director/Principal
Qualifications:
? Bachelor’s degree in English, History, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)
? Valid teaching certification in English, Social Studies, or a related subject area
? Experience teaching middle and/or high school students
? Strong instructional, classroom management, and communication skills
? Passion for the humanities and student-centered learning
? Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching and interdisciplinary practices