3rd Grade Teacher 26/26 SY

3rd Grade Teacher 26/26 SY JobID: 2266

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:

3/13/2026

Location:

Sunset Elementary

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Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs and implements authentic and engaging learning experiences using the New Mexico Adopted Content Standards, WIDA/ELD standards and the Carlsbad Municipal Schools adopted curriculum.

• Accurately demonstrates knowledge of the content area and uses the approved curriculum with fidelity.

• Gives clear expectations relating to lesson content and procedure.

• Communicates accurately in the content area.

• Shows inter relatedness across content areas.

• Use teaching techniques which address student learning levels, rates, and styles.

• Uses materials and media which address student learning levels, rates, and styles.

• Provides small group, one to one instruction when needed.

• Uses teaching and learning strategies to recognize student diversity and culture. Creates an atmosphere conducive to positive student involvement and self-concept.

• Uses a variety of tools, instructional resources, and teaching modalities to personalize and enhance instruction based upon the needs of students.

• Establishes a safe and supportive environment that is conducive to learning and enables each student to demonstrate agency, ownership, and reflection.

• Comprehends the principles of student growth, development, and the teaching learning cycle, and actively applies them appropriately.

• Comprehends and actively implements New Mexico's Multi Layered System of Supports (MLSS) to support holistic student success.

• Understand and actively participate in the development, use and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEP), Individual Transition /504 plans, and Academic Improvement Plans, including making necessary modifications.

• Adheres to Carlsbad Municipal Schools assessment and grading policy and guidelines.

• Assesses student growth as related to educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.

• Actively uses and analyzes a variety of assessment tools and data to drive instruction, implement strategies and offer remediation.

• Actively maintains records of student progress and communicates student progress with students and families in a timely manner.

• Maintains communication and notify parents of struggling students.

• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner with colleagues, students, parents, and the community to promote and support student learning.

• Communicates in a professional manner with colleagues, parents, and community members regarding educational matters.

• Works with administration to meet professional requirements and responsibilities.

• Is punctual in attendance and in responding to timeline and due dates.

• Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with the dress code policy established by Carlsbad Municipal Schools.

• Serves duties and supervises students as assigned.

• Leaves adequate preparations for a substitute.

• Serves on committees requested.

• Keeps teaching credentials current.

• When assigned, direct the work of teacher assistants, student teachers, and volunteers to provide an effective learning environment.

• Supports and actively participates in the school's professional learning community to deepen the understanding of curriculum, content, competencies, assessment, and the developmental needs of students.

• Creates a positive atmosphere and arranges the physical environment of the classroom for optimum learning.

• Seeks out information on methodology, research, current trends in education to enhance student learning.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college.
• A valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed.
• Must be able to pass employment verification.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.