Photography Teacher

Job overview

The Photography Teacher role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM, at New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts. Compensation is not specified. The teacher supports the school’s media arts mission by helping middle and high school students develop photography skills and creative expression. The role exists to provide photography instruction that builds students’ technical ability, artistic voice, creativity, and confidence. Through classroom teaching and student projects, the teacher contributes to learning and participation in the school’s arts community.

What you'll do

• Teach photography courses to middle and high school students
• instruct in photography fundamentals, composition, lighting, digital photography, editing, and visual storytelling
• develop creative projects
• teach safe and effective use of equipment and editing tools
• maintain an inclusive classroom
• support exhibitions, portfolios, competitions, and school events
• collaborate with colleagues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

photography teacher

albuquerque nm

new mexico academy for the media arts

media arts

middle school

high school

photography instruction

digital photography

photo editing

visual storytelling

0.50 fte

1.00 fte

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting describes either 0.50 FTE (Monday/Wednesday/rotating Fridays) or 1.00 FTE (Monday–Friday) for the 2026–2027 school year. A New Mexico teaching license or certification is preferred; professional photography candidates are encouraged to apply.

About the employer

Association of Charter School Education Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.