$57k

Per Year

Position range in Santa Fe MSA $49k

•$87k Per Year Classroom Teacher / Special EducationSpecial Education Lead Teacher (Intensive Learning Community)

Thrive Community School

Occupation:

Teachers and Instructors, All Other

Location:

Santa Fe, NM

•87505

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

09/22/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

US REAP

Web Site:

www.usreap.net

Job #: 24810

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Special Education Teacher

•Intensive Learning Community

Full-Time | Santa Fe, New Mexico About THRIVE Community School

THRIVE Community School is an intentionally diverse K-8 public charter school in Santa Fe. We combine evidence-based instruction, social-emotional learning, and innovative approaches to ensure students are known, supported, and prepared to pursue paths of their choice. Our work is grounded in four core values: Show Love, Work as a Team, Create Joy, and Be Brave. About the Position

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead our self-contained Intensive Learning Community classroom. This teacher provides direct, individualized instruction to students receiving special education services and works closely with students, families, and colleagues to support academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide individualized and small-group instruction aligned to IEP goals and the general curriculum.
• Develop, implement, and monitor student IEPs and progress.
• Use student data to guide instruction and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate special education documentation and records.
• Collaborate with families, general education teachers, service providers, and paraprofessionals.
• Create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
• New Mexico Special Education teaching license
• Criminal background clearance
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Experience with special education, Direct Instruction, Social-Emotional Learning, culturally and linguistically responsive teaching, or bilingual/TESOL education is valued. Compensation

Salary is based on education, experience, and New Mexico teaching license level:

Level 1: $57,368+

Level 2: $68,832+

Level 3: $80,421+

Signing and retention bonuses are available. Benefits include Educational Retirement Board contributions, medical/dental/vision/life insurance options, school-year holidays, and 100+ hours of professional development. Apply

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage interested candidates to apply.

Apply here:

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