About this role
Date: July 29, 2026
Position: 6th-8th Grade Career Exploration Teacher - Ruidoso Middle School
Qualifications:
• Must hold or be eligible for a valid New Mexico Public Education Department teaching license appropriate for the position.
• Candidates holding a K-8 Elementary License, Middle Level License, Secondary License, School Counselor License, Special Education License, Specialty Area License, or applicable CTE license that meets NMPED assignment requirements are encouraged to apply.
• Successful experience working with middle school students.
• Knowledge of career and technical education (CTE), career pathways, and workforce readiness preferred.
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively as part of a professional learning community
Responsibilities:
• Teach Career Exploration to students in grades 6-8.
• Guide students in identifying personal interests, strengths, aptitudes, and career goals.
• Introduce students to career clusters, postsecondary education options, and workforce opportunities.
• Incorporate employability skills including communication, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, financial literacy, and professionalism into daily instruction.
• Utilize career interest inventories, technology, guest speakers, project-based learning, and career research activities to engage students.
• Support students in developing academic and career plans aligned to future educational and career pathways.
• Collaborate with school counselors, CTE staff, administrators, and community partners to provide meaningful career awareness experiences.
• Maintain accurate student records and monitor student progress.
• Participate in Professional Learning Teams (PLTs), district professional development, and school initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.
*Physical and Environmental Requirements: The physical demand and work environment described represent the regular requirements to meet the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities who may require them to perform the essential job functions. a. Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds;
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion;
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis;
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading;
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, inclement weather;
• Sitting, walking, standing are a regular requirement;
Contract Period: 2026-27 school year
Start Date: August 6, 2026
Salary: Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule
Application Process: Application available online at https://ruidoso.tedk12.com/hire/internalLogin.aspx or for more information contact: Anthony Bastine, Principal at Ruidoso Middle School 124 Warrior Drive Ruidoso, NM 88345 [email protected] (575)630-7801 ~Or~ Dr. Melvina Torres, Director of Special Education [email protected] 199 White Mountain Drive Ruidoso, NM 88345 (575)630-7015
Application Deadline: Until filled
Selection Process: Selected applicants will be interviewed following an initial screening of application materials submitted.
Ruidoso Municipal School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, or disability in compliance with federal and state laws.