SY Health & Wellness Teacher

26-27 sy health & wellness teacher

deming public schools deming intermediate school - deming, new mexico open in google maps

job : 5673594

Final date to receive applications: posted until filled

posted: apr 27, 2026 6:00 am (utc)

starting date: immediately

beginning date: 26-27 school year

salary:

appropriate step on salary schedule.

application:

in-district: letter of interest through school spring - applicant tracking.

out-of-district: complete application through the school spring - applicant tracking.

Final date to receive applications: until filled

qualifications:

• bachelor of science or bachelor of arts degree
• valid/current new mexico teaching license with appropriate endorsement.
• such alternative to the above qualifications as the superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• has appropriate endorsement to teach course

reports to: building principal.

job summary:

to help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals.

attendance:

• adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies.
• punctual to job assignments and meetings.
• involved in non-required school activities.
• maintains physical stamina to meet the demands of the job.

• maintains clear and up-to-date written lesson plans.
• maintains up-to-date records and reports.
• relates plans to clearly defined objectives consistent with an established curriculum and educational standards of new mexico.
• previews and has needed materials available.
• makes effective use of planning time.
• revises plans based upon student needs, ability levels, and interests.
• uses test results to diagnose and prescribe what needs to be done to improve a situation, action, or achievement.
• focuses learning on the next concept beyond that which the student already knows.
• is familiar with non-academic growth, home environment, and adjustment to school.
• provides effective home/school communication.
• seeks assistance and advice of professional staff when appropriate.
• takes advantage of professional enhancement when available.

• develops readiness for learning.
• uses meaningful objectives.
• uses words and content appropriate to the subject area and ability of students.
• provides information in a clear and concise manner, using a multi-sensory approach.
• provides appropriate guided and independent practice.
• provides prompt and positive feedback.
• utilizes a variety of questioning techniques.
• monitors all non-direct teacher activities for their usefulness and appropriateness.
• evaluates performance on the objectives and then re-teaches or enrich as needed.
• aids students in developing positive self-concepts.
• provides the experience needed to extend students' thinking skills.
• increases the probability of continued student learning through greater motivation.

• maintains a high level of time on task and redirects students who are off task.
• establishes and clearly communicates the parameters for student behavior.
• recognizes and reinforces achievement and good behavior.
• administers fair and consistent discipline.
• promotes an environment in which all students feel free to participate.
• maintains a classroom atmosphere conducive to good health and safety.
• is aware of the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of students.
• provides an orderly environment.
• ensures proper care of instructional equipment and materials.

• possesses knowledge in assigned grade, subject area, or special service.
• participates in curriculum improvement.
• continues professional growth through participation in developmental opportunities.
• joins professional organizations and/or reads professional literature.

• the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.
• the employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• the employee must lift…