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May Center for Learning

Upper Elementary Teacher

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Santa Fe, NM (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/12/2026

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An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.

$63,205 / year median in New Mexico

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

The upper elementary teacher teaches small classes of grades 4-6. Upper Elementary teachers are responsible for teaching language intervention (reading and writing), mathematics, language arts, and social studies/cultural to their respective classes. This teaching position provides the foundation of school culture, executive function and mindfulness to each student by creating an environment for successful learning. It is essential that this teacher creates and maintains a safe, highly organized, clean, stimulating classroom where all children feel safe and valued. The upper elementary teacher serves as an integral member of the Elementary team that provides opportunities for collaboration, professional development and teaching support. The ideal candidate's qualifications will include: Bachelor's degree or higher in Education, or a related field Teaching experience at the elementary level required Special education and/or experience working with children with language-based learning differences Willingness to complete May Center's reading specialist course and other May Way professional development as relevant

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In person