2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Socorro Middle School

2026-2027 Special Education Teacher - Socorro Middle School Socorro Consolidated Schools Socorro Middle School - Socorro, New Mexico Job Details

Job ID:

5619071

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Apr 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

JOB TITLE

Special Education Teacher

SUMMARY OF POSITION/PURPOSE

1. To provide sound educational programs for children who require a modified program from the regular classroom instruction. 2. To help students reach maximum cognitive, affective, psycho-motor, and goal-setting development and to help each student develop competencies as defined by local, state and national statements of student outcomes, specifically the New Mexico Content Standards and Benchmarks, as included in the individual education plan (I.E.P.) of the student.

SUPERVISOR

School Principal

SUPERVISES

May supervise Educational Assistant(s)

EDUCATION REQUIRED/EDUCATION PREFERRED

Required:

Bachelor's Degree

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE:

Valid New Mexico Public Education Department Special Education Teaching License

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music and other assigned approved programs to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the New Mexico Public Education Department and other appropriate learning activities as stated in the I.E.P. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law, administrative regulations, and procedures of the school district. Develops lesson plans, and instructional materials, and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Evaluates pupils' I.E.P. growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares progress reports, and report cards. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils with their physical, social, and academic needs. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through education activities provided by the district or self-selected activities. Participates in the selection and requisition process of ordering books, instructional materials and supplies and maintain a required inventory record. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned during the work day. Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program, and as stated in the I.E.P. Participates in curriculum development programs as required. Participates in faculty committees as assigned. Integrates the use of educational technology into instructional program, as appropriate. Participate in and teach toilet training and personal hygiene of students as needed. Participants in the Individual Education Planning Committee meetings to decide on program placements. Participates in the individual Education Planning Committee meeting to help develop I.E.P. Keeps files current with all required information. Occasionally, lifts loads weighting up to 50 lbs. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and school program. Participates in General Education Screening Committee to assist in the referral process.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED/PREFERRED

WORKING

CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Employee's work: Standing 60% Inside 95% Walking 35% Outside 5% Sitting 5% Total 100% 100%

Requirements While Performing Job:

Physical Activity

Daily:

Yes/No Description

Twist:

Waist Yes Wrist Yes Neck/Shoulder Yes Stoop, bend Yes Squat, kneel or crawl Yes Repetitive motions of hands or wrists Yes Run No Climb ladders, stairs, or equipment No Ride equipment No Walk on uneven terrain No Fine finger dexterity Yes Manual dexterity Yes Reaching above shoulders Yes Reaching at shoulder height Yes Reaching below shoulders Yes Other Requirements for pushing, lifting, pulling, or carrying obstacles of weight No. of lbs. from the floor Push Pull Lift Carry

Frequency:

Explain if daily/weekly/monthly/once in a while 0-25 X X Daily 26-50 X X Weekly 51-150 Above 150 No. of lbs from chest high 0-25 X X Weekly 26-50 X X Once in a while 51-150 Above 150 No. of lbs. over head 0-25 X X Once in a while 26-50 51-150 Above 150 Must be capable of working under unusual conditions such as: Chemicals, skin irritants such as soaps, cleaning agents and others Yes Cold/heat of outside work Confined spaces such as crawl spaces and other small areas Contact with the public Yes Dampness Electrical Explosives, flammables, gas, paint thinners High work spaces Machine noise No Radiation Sun Yes Vibration Protective equipment required Vision Demand and Capabilities /Hearing Demands and Capabilities Normal night vision Normal depth perception X Normal depth vision X Normal color vision X Red/Green/Amber color vision X Uncorrected Vision Corrected Vision X Hearing essentially normal X Some high tone loss Significant high tone loss Low tone loss Other requirements: Corrected hearing X This position will be paid according to the

Teacher Salary Schedule:

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PRIMARY JOB LOCATION

Middle School

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

(LENGTH

OF CONTRACT

): School year as per Board Approved Calendar

EVALUATION PERFORMED BY

Principal/Director of Student Services Socorro Consolidated Schools provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required