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Contacts

Maya Cameron
Director of Human Resources
(505) 663-2218
 

Leslie Gallegos
Human Resources Specialist
Licensed Staff
(505) 663-2262

Cinderella Herrera
Human Resources Specialist 
Non-Licensed Staff
(505) 663-2219
 
Diana Bequette
Human Resources Specialist Transportation, Substitutes, and Coaches
(505) 663-2245
 
Christina "Christy" Gonzales
Human Resources Generalist and Rentals Coordinator
(505) 663-2239
 
For more information about employment with LAPS or job postings, please contact the HR department, hr@laschools.net or call 663-2222.

Join LAPS

Join the No. 1 Best Public School District in New Mexico: Los Alamos Public Schools.
 
The district includes five elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. All seven schools have been designated as Spotlight Schools. LAPS was named the AP Small District of the Year in 2023, and the New Mexico School Boards Association (NMSBA) selected the Los Alamos Public Schools Board of Education as the 2025 Large District  School Board of the Year.
 
LAPS offers employees opportunities for growth and advancement. Professional development and collaboration among colleagues is strongly encouraged and supported throughout the school year.
 
We invite you to explore the possibilities at Los Alamos Public Schools.
 
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For more information about employment with LAPS or job postings, please contact the HR department, hr@laschools.net or call 663-2222.

We're Hiring

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Salary Schedules

Benefits

Our Benefits Package Includes:

  • Medical
  • Dental/Vision
  • LTD and STD
  • Life Insurance
  • Pension
  • Competitive Salary

In addition, LAPS employees are also eligible for:

  • Preferential placement for out-of-district students who are children of school employees
  • "Grow Your Own" program for licensed employees adding degrees and credentials -- LAPS pays for Masters' degrees, additional certification

Benefits Overview: LAPS Benefits 2026

Click here for more information about benefits available to employees of Los Alamos Public Schools.

New Employees

LAPS is pleased that you have chosen to join our staff. Please plan to meet with one of our Human Resources specialists before you begin working at one of our sites. There are several forms that you will be required to complete prior to your first day on the job. 

  • Non-licensed employees will meet with Cinderella (Cindy) Herrera. 
  • Licensed employees will meet with Leslie Gallegos.
  • Transportation staff, substitutes and coaches will meet with Diana Bequette.

Click here for more employee information.