About the opportunity
This position is part of the Wingate High School, Bureau of Indian Education. As a Transitional Teacher (Special Education), you will serve as a classroom teacher in a BIE school on or near the reservation. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional activities, preparing yearly instructional outlines, and providing learning experiences that develop cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills. You will evaluate student progress, maintain records, and counsel students. This position requires a school year contract per Public Law 95-561 and requires annual renewal. The role is not suitable for telework or remote consideration. A background security investigation is required for all new hires.
Salary and benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package
- Government quarters available
- Direct deposit of pay required
Who can apply?
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited education institution
- Must be willing to enroll in a local State's alternative teaching licensure/certificate program within 90 days of the start date
- Must be willing to obtain and maintain valid teacher licensure/certification in the state where the position is located
- Male applicants born after 12-31-1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System
- Valid driver's license required for incidental operation of government vehicles
Required documents
- Resume (maximum 2 single-sided pages, minimum 10-point font, 0.5-inch margins)
- College transcripts (official or unofficial, must list school name, student name, degree type, and date conferred)
- Questionnaire regarding willingness to provide proof of enrollment in a valid State's Alternative Licensure Program
- Form BIA 4432 (only if claiming Indian Preference)
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-09-23 at 11:59 PM EST
How to apply
- Create or log into a USAJOBS account
- Click 'Apply' on the official job announcement page
- Upload required documents and complete the online application questionnaire
- Submit the application package before the deadline
Additional information
- Position is covered by the Federation of Indian Service Employees, American Federation of Teachers Local 4521
- Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid
- Recruitment incentive is not offered
- Probationary period is one academic year
- Pay setting is determined after the selection process and is limited to Pay Level 14
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates holding a Bachelor's degree who are eager to pursue an alternative teaching licensure program.
- Individuals seeking a dedicated role within the Bureau of Indian Education at Wingate High School.
- Educators interested in a classroom-based environment focused on developing student cognitive and psychomotor skills.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is not eligible for remote work and requires an on-site presence in Fort Wingate, New Mexico.
- The contract is subject to annual renewal, which may impact long-term job security.
- Applicants must be prepared to enroll in a state-specific alternative licensure program within 90 days of starting.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is an excellent fit for aspiring special education teachers who need to complete their licensure requirements while gaining hands-on experience in a BIE school setting. It provides a structured pathway into the profession with the support of a federal benefits package.
Our take
This opportunity is ideal for those committed to special education in a reservation-based school environment; it is less suitable for those seeking permanent, non-renewable contracts or remote work flexibility.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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