Special Education / Academic Instructor

Location: Albuquerque Job Corps Center – Albuquerque, NM

Reports to: Academic Supervisor / Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Working with us takes a certain kind of person—someone passionate about helping young people build the skills and confidence needed for the workforce.

As a Special Education / Academic Instructor, you will provide classroom instruction in a traditional academic setting while mentoring students and reinforcing Job Corps’ Career Success Standards, including communication, professionalism, personal responsibility, and career planning.

Make More Than a Living — Make a Difference

Benefits include:

  • Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 19 Paid Time Off days in the first year

  • Paid holidays

  • Retirement plan with employer match up to 5%

  • Flexible spending accounts

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging classroom instruction in assigned subject areas.

  • Create a positive, structured learning environment that promotes student success.

  • Build strong rapport with students and support their academic progress.

  • Maintain student records, attendance, and required Job Corps documentation.

  • Prepare lesson plans and utilize curriculum resources effectively.

  • Ensure classroom organization, safety, and accountability for equipment.

  • Participate in staff meetings, training, and program compliance activities.

  • Model professional behavior and Career Success Standards for students.

Minimum Qualifications

  • State teaching certification in New Mexico preferred (may be waived if candidate pursues certification).

  • Background check and passing drug screen

  • Knowledge of the assigned subject area.

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills.

  • Ability to motivate and mentor young adults.

  • Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.

  • Valid driver’s license preferred.

About the Center

The Albuquerque Job Corps Center helps young people ages 16–24 gain the education, skills, and support they need to enter the workforce and build independent lives.

Learn more:

https://albuquerque.jobcorps.gov/

BrightBee centers child safety at the core of its work. Applicants must undergo a background check, adhere to a code of conduct, and comply with all mandated reporter training and reporting requirements

Prior to working with students, you will need to pass a background check, livescan and may need to obtain other necessary testing/clearances and provide us with authorization to contact former employers..  Rest assured, we will guide you through the process!