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Qualifications:
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- Valid New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) Administrative License
- Minimum 5 years of classroom teaching experience (Pre-K-5th Grade School Experience Preferred)
- Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
- Trained in LETRS (Preferred)
- Understanding of Science of Reading
- High-level knowledge of state and federal Pre-K–12 education regulations
- Experience implementing Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Proficiency in analyzing student data (academic and behavioral) to support student growth and instructional planning.
- Familiarity with Professional Learning Communities (PLC’s) Model and the effective implementation of PLC’s
- Strong understanding of the developmental, academic, and social-emotional needs of middle school students
- Familiarity with Pre-Kindergarten–2nd Grade instructional frameworks, early literacy and numeracy strategies, and multi-tiered systems of support (MLSS)
- Experience implementing Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) or similar early childhood behavior models.
- Demonstrated success in school improvement and instructional leadership
- Ability to manage shifting priorities, deadlines, and regulatory updates
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to guide decision-making
- Effective planning and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills for working collaboratively with staff, families, and the community
- Effective staff and public relations skills
- Proficient in use of educational technology
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Job Summary and Key Responsibilities:
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- Provide effective leadership in the implementation and evaluation of the total school program
- Supervise and evaluate all personnel, both certified and classified, directly and indirectly
- Lead school improvement initiatives with a focus on academic achievement, student growth, and equity
- Ensure alignment of instructional goals with school and district priorities; engage faculty in curriculum development and implementation
- Manage student discipline with an emphasis on restorative practices, social-emotional learning, and developmentally appropriate responses.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and nurturing school environment for all students
- Develop, manage, and monitor school budgets, schedules, and co-curricular programming
- Serve as the primary communicator of school programs, initiatives, and performance to staff, students, families, and the wider community
- Cultivate a school culture that promotes positive student behavior, motivation, and engagement
- Facilitate collaboration among staff and provide ongoing professional development
- Maintain effective communication and build partnerships with families, community members, and stakeholders
- Engage in ongoing professional learning focused on leadership, early childhood education, and best practices for Pre-Kindergarten–2nd Grade students.
- Manage implementation, reporting, budgeting, and monitoring of the New Mexico Pre-K grant
- Demonstrates visibility and active engagement by attending school-sponsored extracurricular events, student performances, athletic competitions, and community functions to support students, staff, and foster positive school-community relationships.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
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Application Process:
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Application available online at https://ruidoso.tedk12.com/hire/internalLogin.aspx
For more information contact:
Becca Ferguson, Superintendent
fergusonb@ruidososchools.org
200 Horton Circle
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(575) 630-7019
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