Position Classification Description
Position Class Code / Title: H0007 / Teacher/Basic Education
Recruitment Tier: Tier 1
Grade: 11
This is a description of a Staff Position Classification. It is not an announcement of a position opening. To view descriptions of current openings, please go to UNMJobs and Search Postings to view positions that are currently accepting applications.
The following statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels characteristic of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an exhaustive list of the specific duties and prerequisites applicable to individual positions that have been so classified.
Summary
Under general supervision, develops curricula and creates, implements, and delivers educational programs for student audiences to achieve the goals and objectives of a contract or grant-funded program. Advises, tests, and teaches students in a variety of subjects. Plans, develops and oversees community outreach programs. Promotes programs through community networking and recruiting efforts; recruits and trains tutors and teachers. May coordinate and implement recruitment and retention programs, special events, and support services. May provide financial aid/scholarship advisement for targeted student populations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops, plans, and implements curriculum, lesson plans, and educational programs for student audiences within areas of expertise.
- Advises, tests, and teaches students audiences in a variety of academic subjects. Presents and reinforces learning concepts within a specified subject or subject area.
- Answers student inquiries and resolves problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites, referring to catalogues, written course descriptions, and other appropriate sources.
- Plans, develops and oversees community outreach activities for targeted student populations. Promotes programs and recruits students through networking with local school and community groups.
- Prepares appropriate documentation and reports on programs and on student progress.
- Recruits, trains, and supervises tutors and teachers who participate in the adult basic education programs.
- Coordinates retention activities including student mentor programs, tutor services, advising, and study skills workshops; plans, develops, and coordinates special events.
- May oversee academic and financial aid/scholarship advisement.
- Serves as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
- Ability to plan and implement promotional programs.
- Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory and methodologies.
- Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Conditions of Employment
- May require valid NM State teaching license in secondary education in a specific area of expertise as appropriate.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
- No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
- Light physical effort; requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 lbs or some standing and/or walking.
The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.
Revised Date: 04/12/2020
The classroom teacher classification comprises two salary ranges — range 1 and range 2. The primary focus of the classroom teacher is on the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. The classroom teacher engages in critical reflection and inquiry in order to improve knowledge and skills to effectively engage students and improve their learning.
As the classroom teacher gains experience the employee’s contribution to the school program beyond the classroom increases.
All classroom teachers may be required to undertake other duties in addition to their rostered teaching duties provided the responsibility is appropriate to the salary range, qualifications, training and experience of the teacher.
Classroom teacher range 2
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities. A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.
Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- have the content knowledge and pedagogical practice to meet the diverse needs of all students
- provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards
- model exemplary classroom practice and mentor or coach other teachers in the school to engage in critical reflection of their practice and to support staff to expand their capacity
- provide expert advice about the content, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning
- supervise and train one or more pre-service teachers, and
- assist staff to use student data to inform teaching approaches that enable targets related to improving student learning outcomes to be achieved
Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- managing and supervising a team of teachers in the planning, implementation and review of teaching and learning programs according to the school strategic plan’s goals and priorities
- leading the development of curriculum policies and programs
- managing the supervision of pre service teachers
- co-ordinating the development and implementation of curriculum in small schools
- managing a year level or learning area
- managing a specialist function, such as sport, careers, student welfare, excursions or camps
- developing and managing the school transition program as it relates to Pre-School to Year Prep and, or Year 6 to Year 7 transition and facilitating the associated orientation programs, and
- assisting the principal, assistant principal and leading teachers with the performance of specific functions appropriate to the classification and role
Classroom teacher range 1
The primary focus of the range 1 classroom teacher is on further developing skills and competencies to become an effective classroom practitioner with structured support and guidance from teachers at higher levels and the planning, preparation and teaching of programs to achieve specific student outcomes. These teachers teach a range of students, classes and are accountable for the effective delivery of their programs. Range 1 classroom teachers are skilled teachers who operate under general direction within clear guidelines following established work practices and documented priorities and may have responsibility for the supervision and training of one or more pre-service teachers.
At range 1, teachers participate in the development of school policies and programs and assist in the implementation of school priorities.
The focus of a range 1 classroom teacher is on classroom management, subject content and teaching practice. New entrants to the teaching profession in their initial teaching years receive structured support, mentoring and guidance from teachers at higher levels.
Under guidance, new entrants to the teaching profession will plan and teach student groups in one or more subjects and are expected to participate in induction programs and other professional learning activities that are designed to ensure the integration of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy across the school.
Teachers at range 1 are responsible for teaching their own classes and may also assist and participate in policy development, project teams and the organisation of co-curricula activities.
Range 1 classroom teachers will be expected to:
- plan and implement a range of teaching programs or courses of study
- provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards
- teach an area of the curriculum or a general curriculum to a year level
- monitor, evaluate and report student progress in key learning areas
- implement strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes
- maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress
- implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan, and
- in their first year of teaching work with a mentor to participate in professional development planning, implementation and reflection and developing a professional portfolio
Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- supervising a range of student activities including support and welfare programs, and
- contributing to a range of co-curricular programs