Job Description

JOB STATUS:

OPEN

POSTING NUMBER:

00067426

SCHOOL YEAR:

2025-2026

CALENDAR:

Traditional

POSTING NUMBER:

00067426

LOCATION:

496:GEORGE I SANCHEZ

POSITION TITLE:

LEADERSHIP INSTRUCTOR FOR MILITARY (MIDDLE SCHOOL)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Teaches by creating a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning and personal growth; by encouraging students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to obtain a good foundation for continuous growth and development; by providing students with experiences which integrate the affective, cognitive and psychomotor dimensions of learning; by establishing effective rapport with students and their parents; by assisting students in developing positive feelings toward themselves and others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Cooperates in the development and implementation of the district program of instruction.
• Plans and implements a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and complies with State Department of Education Standards and the APS Board of Education goals and objectives.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, assignments, units and projects in harmony with curriculum goals and communicates the objectives to students.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Establishes and maintains standards of appropriate student behavior and discipline to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and assists in its maintenance campus wide.
• Evaluates the learning progress of students on a regular basis.
• Prescribes effective learning programs and initiates referrals to appropriate personnel when concerns arise.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program.
• Establishes and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social and behavioral progress.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Selects and requests appropriate books and instructional materials and maintains required inventory records.
• Provides directions and materials for substitute teachers. Plans for and supervises classroom aides, guests and volunteers.
• Cooperates with staff and support personnel in assessing and helping students with health, attitude, learning and behavioral problems.

DUTIES : In addition to the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must perform the following duties:

• Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.
• Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools.
• Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations.
• Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.
• Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.
• Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility.
• Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES : The minimum expectations for this job are as follows:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Knowledge of all laws, regulations and guidelines affecting teachers and students.
• Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, community members and staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE : The minimum requirements for this job are as follows:

• Bachelors degree and/or ability to qualify to Vocational License
• Eligible for a New Mexico teaching certificate.
• Four years of Military Service or National Guard/Reserves or equivalent experience

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Contact: Denise Krafft at / krafft@aps.edu

APPLY TO:

APPLY ONLINE: APS Jobs, Certified Application.

In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

SALARY:

Schedule A

DAYS:

190

HOURS:

6.5

START DATE:

01/26/2025

Job Tags

Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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