Teacher, Dual Language 3rd/ 4th Grade

Central Consolidated School District
  • Las Cruces, NM
    14 days ago

    Job Description

    id='p567_'>Teacher, Dual Language 3rd/ 4th Grade JobID: 567

    Position Type:

    Elementary School/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5, 6

    Date Posted:

    7/29/2026

    Location:

    Eva B. Stokely Elementary School

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    Position: Teacher, Dual Language- English Core Content Supervisor:Building AdministrationWork Site:Assigned school

    Summary:The English Dual Language teacher will provide guidance and instructional experiences that are academically and developmentally appropriate for each student assigned to that classroom in a safe and welcoming learning environment and teach designated material in two languages. The English Dual Language teacher will be responsible for creating a dual-language classroom environment that ensures learning and personal growth of every student, establishing effective rapport with students and motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for future academic studies. English Dual Language teachers will provide standards-based instruction in English in all content areas and will provide grades for each content area utilizing the 50/50 model of instruction.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Demonstrate knowledge of the content area and approved District or State curriculum.
    • Differentiate by utilizing a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
    • Use current technology for instruction.
    • Hands-on (kinesthetic) instruction whenever possible.
    • Motivate and encourage students to become independent learners.
    • Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
    • Communicate with and obtain feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding.
    • Comprehend the principles of student growth, development and learning, and apply them appropriately.
    • Utilize student assessment techniques and procedures.
    • Manage the educational setting in a manner that promotes positive student behavior and a safe and healthy environment.
    • Recognize student diversity and create an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept.
    • Modify assignments for special needs students.
    • Work with a team teacher as necessary.
    • Demonstrate a willingness to examine and implement change.
    • Utilize data-driven instruction
    • Work productively with colleagues, parents, and community members.
    • Work with student participation in District programs, (science fair, knowledge bowl, etc.)
    • Provide two programs yearly that allows students to demonstrate language, culture, etc.)
    • Create lesson plans that are aligned to the New Mexico State Standards and Benchmarks and Power Standards as set forth by the school district.
    • Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best use the available time for instruction to actively engage students.
    • Incorporate reading and writing strategies across the curriculum.
    • Ability to work in a goal-driven environment.
    • Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines and local/state/federal laws.
    • Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure
    • Support and comply with grant, program and/or funding source requirements
    • Complete and comply with all required trainings annually
    • Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8)
    • Attend Staff Meetings and serve on committee as necessary
    • Leave adequate preparations for a substitute
    • Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Valid New Mexico teaching license
    • NM PED endorsements (TESOL or Bilingual) as required

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Knowledge of Dinè language, culture and history preferred
    • Ability to work well with children, parents, and administrators
    • Ability to remain calm and be professional at all times
    • Ability to work wwii under pressure
    • Ability to multitask

    Physical/Job Requirements:

    Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

    Safety and Health:

    • Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
    • Completed and cleared background check
    • Pass drug test if required for position
    • Knowledge and compliance with district and school safety plans

    Equipment/Material Handled:

    • Multimedia equipment, including current technology
    • Equipment/Materials relevant to job responsibilities
    • Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

    Work Environment:

    • Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
    • Work interruptions
    • Flexibility
    • Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
    • Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed (complete responsibilities in a timely manner)
    • After hour work may be required

    Term of Employment:

    • Exempt

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLas Cruces, NM

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