Title:  2026-2027 Middle School Spanish Teacher

Location:  3426 Blake Road SW, Albuquerque, NM  87105


About South Valley Academy

South Valley Academy is more than just a school; we are an inclusive community built on equity, social justice, and opportunity. SVA’s mission is to prepare every student to become independent, lifelong learners who are ready for college, career, and civic engagement. If you are a talented educator who loves to challenge students to reach their highest potential while staying grounded in community values, we invite you to apply.

The Role: Impact & Responsibilities

As a Middle School Spanish Teacher at South Valley Academy, you will be a vital architect of our Heritage Bilingual Program. Your role goes beyond traditional foreign language instruction; you will foster linguistic pride and academic biliteracy for students who navigate multiple cultural and linguistic worlds. You will lead 4–5 sections of Spanish language arts and heritage pedagogy, ensuring that our students see their home languages as a professional and academic asset.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.

  • Licensure: Valid New Mexico teaching license with a Bilingual Endorsement and/or Modern & Classical Languages (Spanish) endorsement.

  • Experience: Proven background in middle school education with a specific focus on Heritage Language Learners.

  • Skills: Native or near-native fluency in Spanish (written and oral); familiarity with the WIDA Spanish Language Development Standards or similar frameworks; and a deep commitment to social justice through bilingual education.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $59,641.00 – $88,440.00 (L1-L3 salary schedule). We pay 80% of your health insurance premiums and provide retirement through the NMERB.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, proof of licensure, and 3 professional references to jobs@southvalleyacademy.org.

Contact:

Abelardo Batista, Executive Director, abatista@southvalleyacademy.org | Shantelle Quintana, Director/Principal,  squintana@southvalleyacademy.org