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Albuquerque Bilingual Academy

Employment

Albuquerque Bilingual Academy, a state-authorized dual-language (Spanish/English) public charter school, accepts application materials (resume, letter of interest, copies of licenses and sample unit plans) on an ongoing basis. We invite qualified applicants to apply for any of the following positions: 
 

Campus Service Aide

The campus service aide will help the School ensure the safety of all stakeholder while on school grounds. This individual should have experience in public safety, security, or have a military background. Ability to become licensed as a School Resource Officer is highly desired, but not required. 

Assistant Principal

Level 3-B license issued by NMPED is required.
The following experience is highly desired: providing Spanish instruction in a dual language setting; participating as a member of a school leadership team; offering peer coaching, using the Elevate NM system to observe and evaluate teachers; employing the NM Dash 90 day planning process; planning and facilitating staff development; familiarity with education law; ability to maintain relationships with staff, students, families, and the community; managing state and federal programs; experience managing student information systems and STARS reporting, and; experience with school turnaround. Bilingual (Spanish/English) applicants preferred.  Please send cover letters, resumes, copies of licenses, and professional references to Chris Jones, Head Administrator at cjones@lpelc.com.

 

STARS Coordinator 

To assist administration and staff in correctly entering, maintaining, and collecting student data. Submit all reports to the New Mexico Public Education Department required for school funding through the STARS system. Provide student and school data for reports to all departments as well as outside agencies and organizations as requested. Have an excellent working knowledge of the district computer system used to produce required reports, as well as day-to-day skills on the operation and maintenance of this system. Option for hourly contract position or full-time position with added responsibilities. Please send cover letters, resumes, copies of licenses, and professional references to Chris Jones, Head Administrator at cjones@lpelc.com.

 

FT and PT Spanish Teachers (K-5) 
Must possess or be eligible for a K-8 Elementary License with Bilingual Endorsement. Experience working with diverse populations, planning units, using data to drive instruction, and coordinating and delivering teacher-led intervention is a plus. Preference will be given to teachers with a track record of increasing student achievement.

 

FT and PT Spanish Teachers (6-8)

Must possess or be eligible for a K-8 Elementary License or 5-9 Middle Level License with Bilingual Endorsement as well as other attached endorsements appropriate for assignment (Math, MCNL, Social Studies). Experience working with diverse populations, planning units, using data to drive instruction, and coordinating and delivering teacher-led intervention is a plus. Preference will be given to teachers with a track record of increasing student achievement.


FT and PT English Teachers (K-5)
Must possess or be eligible for a K-8 Elementary License with TESOL Endorsement. Experience working with diverse populations, planning units, focusing on English Language Development, using data to drive instruction, and coordinating and delivering teacher-led intervention is a plus. Preference will be given to teachers with a track record of increasing student achievement.

 

FT and PT English Teachers (6-8)

Must possess or be eligible for a K-8 Elementary License or 5-9 Middle Level License with attached endorsements appropriate for assignment (ELA, Science, ELD). Experience working with diverse populations, planning units, focusing on English Language Development, using data to drive instruction, and coordinating and delivering teacher-led intervention is a plus. Preference will be given to teachers with a track record of increasing student achievement.

 

PT Hourly Gifted Education Teacher

Must possess or be eligible for a NMPED-issued Gifted Education license. Experience with G-IEPs, collaborating with classroom and ancillary staff, and experience with project based learning is required. Preference will be given to bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates. ($20-$40/hour DOE).

 

FT and PT Special Education Teacher

Must possess or be eligible for a NMPED-issued Pre K-12 Special Education license. Knowledge of IDEA-B regulations; experience providing differentiated instruction to SWD in accordance with IEPs; experience facilitating IEP meetings; experience writing IEPs; strong communication skills; experience with data analysis and evaluation; experience facilitating professional development to general education staff; experience working with administration on state-level reporting. 

 

PT (.50) School Nurse

Must possess a valid Pre-K-12 School Nurse license issued by the NMPED. Experience with school-based nursing, including completing and submitting state reports, conducting screenings, developing health plans, managing the school health office, assisting with inventory, coordinating with local health officials, serving as a member of the school health and safety team, coordinating COVID-19 reentry practices, etc. Preference will be given to bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates as well as those with school nursing experience. ($30-$60/hour DOE). 

 

FT and PT Hourly Custodian

Between the hours of 10 am - 2 pm. Maintain cleanliness of school campus (mainly cafeteria); restock restrooms with supplies; inspect campus for hazardous conditions and remedy said conditions; clean cafeteria tables and floors; throw trash after lunch periods have concluded; assist with the moving of books, small furniture, etc. upon request. Must be able to pass an FBI background check, be able to sit and stand, and lift up to 50 lbs. This is a position that requires standing for over 90% of the time. Must be reliable and dependable - punctual with regular attendance. Hourly rate is $10-$15 DOE. 

 

NM Pre-K Teacher

Must hold one of the following NMPED-issued licenses: New Mexico Early Childhood Teacher License: Birth through Third Grade; the New Mexico Early Childhood Teacher License: Age Three through Grade Three; Provide assistance to school's NM PreK program by teaching and creating a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning and professional growth. Preference will be given to applicants with at least five years experience as a teacher in early childhood classrooms or direct service to PreK programs.

 

FT Educational Assistant

Must possess or be eligible for a NMPED-issued Educational Assistant license. Responsibilities include working with individuals and small groups in the classroom to reinforce material introduced by the teacher; collecting, preparing and arranging resource material for use by certified personnel; and maintaining classroom records, preparing reports, scoring tests, processing books and managing supplies and classroom equipment as needed. Preferences include experience with educational equipment, effective communication skills, both verbal and written; flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills; and interpersonal skills with diverse populations.

 

Daytime Supervision/Childcare Activity Leader 

Hourly, Monday-Friday, PT and FT available. Work calendar follows school calendar. $10-$15/hour depending on experience. Experience facilitating structured learning and enrichment activities for children in grades K-8. Must be able to pass an FBI background check. Must be dependable and reliable. Positions open until filled. 


After School Activity Leaders (Certified and Uncertified)

Experience facilitating activities with students ages 5-15. Knowledge of one or more of the following areas: arts and crafts, dance, athletics (basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, baseball, kickball), technology, chess, and Zumba. Must be able to pass FBI background check. ($10-$22/hour)


Hourly Activity Bus Driver ($18/hour) 

Must have a clean driving record, possess a criminal background check that is no more than two years old or be willing to obtain one, provide a copy of satisfactory completion of a department of transportation (DOT) physical examination, provide verification of the proper license as a school bus driver (issued by the motor vehicle division), and provide a copy of your commercial drivers license examination; vehicle inspection, basic control skills and road test.

Math Interventionist

Must possess or be eligible for a Level II or III K-8 or K-12 teaching license with Math endorsement. Preference will go to applicants that hold a graduate level degree in Math or related field and that have at least five years of exemplary teaching experience as evidenced by student achievement data. The math interventionist will:

  • Model or provide models for effective teaching strategies in math foundational skills.
  • Collaborate with grade-level teachers at collaboration meetings on student progress and achievement in mathematics.
  • Analyze formative, interim, and summative assessments and informal (teacher observation notes and curriculum-based assessments) data on student reading achievement to inform instruction. Summarize results and data to make informed presentations to the administration, the governing council, and other stakeholders (the NMPED, parents, etc...) 
  • Co-plans and co-teaches with classroom teachers to model effective/high yield teaching practices.
  • Communicate consistently and positively with staff.
  • Review planning documents and make recommendations to support teacher growth in mathematics and numeracy instruction.
  • Plan, organize, lead, and help administration manage math and numeracy-based curriculum adoption initiatives.   
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Work with the MLSS team to update data monthly and document interventions tried at each grade level. 
  • Deliver math and numeracy interventions following the LEA school improvement plan (as applicable).

For more information or to apply for one of the positions listed above, please email Chris Jones, Head Administrator, at cjones@lpelc.com as well as David Bryant, Building Administrator, at dbryant@lpelc.com. Please attach a letter of interest, resume, copy of license (if applicable) or other credentials. Positions open until filled.