Head Teacher ( Pre-School)

Head Teacher ( Pre-School)

Salary

$55,016.00 - $57,761.60 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2700203

Department

Family & Community Services

Division

FC-CABQ MacArthur CDC-PS-24001

Opening Date

08/17/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

MP

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Position Summary

Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for the implementation and performance of early childhood development and teaching activities; develop and implement lesson plans for children; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures and perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for the performance of early childhood development and teaching activities.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing child development teaching services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
• Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including ensuring that the assigned center is in compliance with applicable federal and state licensing standards.
• Maintain and update accurate and detailed records of student performance, progress, attendance, enrollment, injuries and other reports as required according to federal, state and local requirements; review applications for admission to program, maintain enrollment capacity and update waiting list.
• Visually examine children for potential health problems, child abuse, neglect and communicable diseases; take appropriate courses of action.
• Coordinate and schedule vision and hearing screening tests and speech therapy sessions with outside agencies; participate in food distribution activities including breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks and record meal counts.
• Schedule and conduct parent conferences, workshops and home visits; discuss student performance and recommend a performance plan as needed.
• Ensure the general maintenance and cleanliness of assigned child development center facilities and equipment; maintain adequate level of supplies for classroom activities.
• Coordinate staff development activities; conduct staff meetings, provide early childhood education training, develop and monitor individual growth plans using the City of Albuquerque Performance Evaluation Guide (PEG) system.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous and professional manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with department policies.
• Serve as liaison between assigned child development center and public schools, family advocates and other community groups.
• Participate in the selection of child development teaching staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of child development instruction.
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in home visitation activities as required.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in the following compliant degrees: early childhood education, early childhood program administration, family, infant, toddler studies, child development, early childhood special education, or early childhood multicultural education; and

Two (2) years of classroom teaching or student teaching practicum experience in an early childhood growth and development setting.

Compliant Areas or Majors are: Elementary Education or a degree in any other discipline outside of those noted above is considered related when the transcript reflects eighteen (18) passing (C or better) credit hours in (1) Early Childhood Education; (2) Early Childhood Program Administration; (3) Family, Infant Toddler Studies; (4) Child Development; (5) Early Childhood Special Education (6) Early Childhood Multicultural Education.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) or a New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a valid C.P.R. certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.

Possession of a valid First Aid certificate within six (6) months from date of hire.

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Classroom environment; exposure to communicable diseases and noise; visit the homes of program participants.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting up to 50 (fifty) pounds.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or a New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC)?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in the following compliant degrees: early childhood education, early childhood program administration, family, infant, toddler studies, child development, early childhood special education, or early childhood multicultural education? Compliant Areas or Majors are: Elementary Education or a degree in any other discipline outside of those noted above is considered related when the transcript reflects eighteen (18) passing (C or better) credit hours in (1) Early Childhood Education; (2) Early Childhood Program Administration; (3) Family, Infant Toddler Studies; (4) Child Development; (5) Early Childhood Special Education (6) Early Childhood Multicultural Education.

• Yes
• No

05

Select the number of years of work experience you possess which relates to the minimum requirements, if applicable, add verifiable time in a temporary upgrade status and/or volunteer experience when selecting number of years.

• No experience
• 1 to less than 6 months
• 6 to less than 12 months
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to less than 11 years
• 11 years to less than 12 years
• 12 years to less than 13 years
• 13 or more years

Required Question

Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV