Alamogordo, Residential Campus Opportunities
Education Substitutes
Education Substitutes assist students who are blind/visually impaired with instructional tasks in classroom. Substitutes are on an “as-needed” and “on-call” basis.
Teacher for the Visually Impaired
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting for a Teacher for the Visually Impaired as a Braille Instructor. This successful individual will have the flexibility in background and training to provide a comprehensive educational program to all grade level students with visual impairments, and multiple disabilities. Must hold Teacher of the Visually Impaired certification, and must possess or be eligible for NM Public Education Department licensure. Endorsement in Language Arts is preferred. Will be required to maintain Braille proficiency. Full‑time, 9-month contract for the 2024-2025 school year. This is an in person position for the Alamogordo campus. Position open until filled.
Registered Nurse, Substitutes
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting for Registered Nurse, Substitutes. These individuals plan and implement health care services to visually and/or multiply impaired students. The ability to demonstrate current knowledge in professional issues in school nursing, school and community health, communicable disease control, health assessment, acute and chronic health conditions, injury prevention and emergency care, student issues, and legal/ethical health policies. New Mexico Board of Nursing Multicompact Licensure is required, eligible for certification from the New Mexico Public Education Department and a minimum of two years’ experience, preferably in pediatrics. Work schedule is Sunday –Friday, as well as occasional weekends and/or out of state travel when necessary. As a substitute will be on an as needed basis. Applications accepted until filled.
Drivers/Caregivers, Part-time
Drivers/Caregivers with background/experience in transporting or working with children with visual impairments and/or multiple disabilities is preferred. Required to assist with self-help routines with students. Driving will include local and statewide travel as well as occasional out of state travel. CDL with school bus and passenger endorsement preferred but not required. Good driving record required. These are 9-month part-time positions with extended runs on Fridays and Sundays, with some short runs during weekdays. Applications accepted until filled.
Education Assistant
Performs instructional tasks in classroom to assist licensed teaching staff. High School diploma/GED and NM Public Education Department Level 3 licensure will be required. Background/experience in working with visual/multiply-impaired students is preferred. Full-time position will be required to become Braille proficient. Full-time, 9-month position for the 2024-2025 school year. Applications accepted until filled.
Residential Life Assistant
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting a full-time evening Residential Life Assistant. Will be required to provide individual and group guidance services related to scholastic, educational, personal hygiene and social skill development to students who are blind/visually impaired, with/without other impairments. Full-time nine month evening position: 3:30 pm to 11:30 pm. Evening shift will be required to become Braille proficient. Applications accepted until filled.
Special Education Teacher
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting for a Special Education Teacher. This successful individual will have the flexibility in background and training to provide a comprehensive educational program to special education students with visual impairments, and/or multiple disabilities. Experience with special education school-aged students is required. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education is required. Must possess or be eligible for NM Public Education Department licensure. Blind and Visually Impaired licensure is preferred or willing to acquire. Will be required to become Braille proficient. Full‑time, 9-month contract. Position open until filled.
Human Resource Director
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is recruiting for the position of Human Resource Director. This individual will direct and oversee all activities pertaining to employee recruitment, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation and benefits, labor relations, payroll and personnel information systems. The HR Director is required to provide guidance and support to all programs and departments of NMSBVI to include planning, and budgeting of staff and compensation. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or any related field, and five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in human resource management operations and labor relations. Two (2) years of supervisory experience is preferred. Full-time, 12‑month position. Applications accepted until filled.
Accessibility & Graphic Specialist
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is recruiting for an Accessibility & Graphic Specialist. This individual will support advancements in the digital accessibility and public image of the school. Will be responsible for converting documents, forms, and online materials to accessible versions; creating audio, video, and image descriptions; training staff; supporting creation of various publications, and ensuring digital materials the school uses and publicly shares are accessible. Must possess the ability to accurately demonstrate knowledge of technology, both general technology and technology specific to blindness, and its applications. Associate’s degree (AA) or higher, or certification in desktop publishing, or information accessibility design. Experience in Adobe and Microsoft applications, graphic design templates/software, accessibility compliance testing, or assistive technology for individuals who are blind or with a visual impairment; and knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards preferred. Full-time, 12-month position. Applications accepted until filled.
LPN
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is currently recruiting for an LPN. This position will provide health care services to visually and/or multiply impaired students during transportation routes. Friday and Sunday travel is required and possible days throughout the week. New Mexico Board of Nursing Licensure is required, and eligibility for NM Public Education Department licensure; minimum of two years experience, preferably in pediatrics. Part-time 9‑month contract. Applications accepted until filled.
Albuquerque, Early Childhood Campus Opportunities
Driver/Caregiver, Substitute
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is recruiting for a substitute Driver/Caregiver. Background/experience in transporting or working with children with visual impairments and/or multiple disabilities is preferred. Required to assist with self-help routines with students. Driving will include routes to Gallup and Farmington on weekends. Good driving record required. This is a 9 month substitute position with extended runs on Fridays and Sundays and occasional Mondays. Applications accepted until filled.
Registered Nurse, Substitute
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Early Childhood Program is currently recruiting for a RN Substitute, in Albuquerque. This position will provide health care services to visually and/or multiply impaired students in an educational pre-school setting. New Mexico Board of Nursing Licensure is required, and eligibility for NM Public Education Department licensure; minimum of two years experience, preferably in pediatrics. 9‑month contract. Applications accepted until filled.
Statewide Opportunities
No available positions at this time.
Family, Infant, Toddler Program
Developmental Vision Specialist
The New Mexico School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Infant Toddler Program is seeking a Developmental Vision Specialist. This position will serve primarily Southern New Mexico.
Must be eligible for a Developmental Specialist II or III license with the New Mexico Early Childhood and Early Care Department, Family Infant Toddler Program. Must have a BA/BS or higher in Early Childhood, or related field. This position requires continuing education about Visual Impairments and a willingness to enroll in the Visual Impairment Program (VIP) at NMSU. This position will require training to become proficient in Braille.
This individual will provide family/home intervention services that support young children 0-3 years old with or at risk for visual impairments. This includes collaboration with Early Intervention and Early Childhood agencies. A valid driver’s license is a requirement, as driving and travel are part of this position. Prefer experience in early intervention/home-visiting and experience working with young children who are blind or visually impaired. Prefer bilingual English/Spanish. Applications accepted until filled.
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