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Teacher - Special Education - ELA/Social Studies (2921)
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A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.
$62,809 / year median in New Mexico
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Not Available
Position range in Las Cruces MSA $43k
- $65k Per Year Teacher
- Special Education
- ELA/Social Studies (2921)
Las Cruces Public Schools
Occupation:
Teachers and Instructors, All Other
Location:
Las Cruces, NM
- 88001
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)
Posted:
09/02/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
Las Cruces Public Schools
Web Site:
www.lcps.net
Expires:
09/07/2026
Job #: 15240
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Job Goal:
To create an appropriate environment favorable to learning and personal growth; To motivate each student to develop skills,
knowledge, and attitudes in accordance with his/her ability; to
develop her/his special talents Minimum Qualifications 1. Must possess a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in education from a regionally accredited college or university.
2. Valid New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) Teaching License.
3. Valid New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) Special Education License.
4. Recommendation from degree-granting institution and/or previous employing Institution.
Job Duties 1. Perform case management responsibilities for assigned caseload, which include but not limited to creating Individual Education Programs (IEP), scheduling IEPs at least
annually, provide special education services as per IEP, and provide
accommodations/modifications to staff who work with the student. 2. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location(s) and at times designated.
3. Teach skills, knowledge, and attitudes to students on grade academic level in the curriculum area of assignment, utilizing district curriculum guides prescribed by the
Board of Education or other appropriate agencies. 4. Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with basic instructional
philosophy. 5. Provide individualized and small group instruction and establishes a classroom
environment in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students with varying
Revised:
May 2022