Middle School Special Education and Gifted Case Manager

The ASK Academy (Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge), a 6th-12th-grade charter school
in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, is a STEM innovation school with a project-based
approach to teaching and learning and has been noted as among the top 3% of schools
in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report. Our Middle school was ranked #2 in
the State. The scholars follow one of two career pathways - Biomedical Sciences or
Engineering and Design. The ASK Academy has entered its second decade and is
searching for a Special Education and Gifted Teacher.

Requirements include: NM teaching license with endorsement in special education and
gifted, along with familiarity with ASK’s STEM focus and project-based learning
approach.

Responsibilities include case management for a group of scholars in grades 6th-8th
with IEPs, including supporting them in small group, push-in, and individual instruction,
as well as IEP preparation.

Ideal candidates seek to make connections with scholars,
families, and colleagues to promote scholar success.

The position is available for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a benefits-eligible
position. Staff members at The ASK Academy have preference in the school’s student
enrollment lottery.

Applicants may submit their application, letter of interest, and resume electronically to
John Keelin, Middle School Principal at jkeelin@theaskacademy.org.
*Application form and salary schedule can be found on our website at
theaskacademy.org.