Who We Are:
Rio Grande Academy of Fine Arts (RioGAFA) is a new free, public charter school that educates students through an arts-integration curriculum that promotes critical and creative thinking and supports all K-12 students in achieving grade-level standards. Located on Albuquerque's Westside, we are currently offering grades K-2, and 6-7 (adding 3rd and 8th grade for the 24-25 SY), with the goal of adding two grade levels yearly until we are K-12. Through our vision and collaboration with home, school, and the community, every RioGAFA student will be well prepared for the demands of the 21st Century with the ability to:
- Inquire – Think Curiously,
- Imagine – Think Beyond,
- Innovate – Think Creatively,
- Inspire – Influence Excellence.
We are looking for enthusiastic professionals who enjoy creative, "out of the box" teaching methods and are dedicated to working within our community.
What We're Looking for:
- High-capacity, energetic individuals who believe that all students deserve rigorous academics and arts education.
- A passionate educator committed to upholding our mission and vision for arts integration and arts enhancement.
- A growth mindset thinker who is open to feedback, coaching, and continually striving to improve their practice.
- A determined and driven supporter of equitable outcomes.
- An enthusiastic team player who actively contributes and collaborates towards a common goal.
- An authentic, nurturing educator striving to serve and ensure high expectations for all students.
- Have experience or willingness to work in an urban public school setting
What You'll Do:
As a RioGAFA teacher, you will plan, organize, and implement our arts-integrated education program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Specific responsibilities shall include:
- Share passion for reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and the arts with students.
- Receive mentorship, coaching, and professional development from school leadership with a growth mindset.
- Plan and implement arts-integrated curricula and activities that meet all students' individual needs and abilities.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development as required by laws and school regulations.
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules, routines, and procedures.
- Develop meaningful relationships with students and families that inspire a love of learning and lead to exceptional academic gains.
- Actively participate and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions throughout the school year.
- Participate in arts-focused events that include two performing arts showcases and one visual arts showcase.
- Facilitate an Artistry Block for students to ignite their own creativity.
- Participate in professional growth and development activities.
- Ensure that the classroom and/or instructional environment are attractive, healthful, safe, and conducive to learning.
- Maintain a high level of ethical and professional standards as expected of all personnel.
- Maintain a valid New Mexico professional teaching license and be responsible for your license renewal.
- Assume other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the Director(s).
What We Provide:
- Work in a community-oriented environment.
- Ongoing professional developments
- Weekly individualized observations and coaching sessions
- Growth opportunities where through coaching, outstanding teachers can move into leadership positions
- Small Class Sizes
- Competitive Salaries based on NM 3 tiered salary schedule
- Paid leave
- New Mexico Public Schools Insurance and Retirement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Ability to Commute:
- Albuquerque, NM 87121 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Albuquerque, NM 87121: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
