Bilingual Heritage Language Classroom Assistant

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 26,778 - 33,393; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for the Heritage Language Program to assist the teacher, support students in classroom activities, and maintain records. Responsibilities include guiding students, maintaining classroom discipline, and coordinating activities.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, a Level III Educational Assistant license, and experience in teaching assistance. This role offers a salary between $26,778 and $33,393, with working conditions aligned with teachers.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related teaching assistance experience is desirable.
• Must possess a Level III Educational Assistant license from the New Mexico Public Education Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in delivering course objectives and maintaining classroom discipline.
• Support students with assignments and help maintain records.
• Guide independent study and enrichment work.

Skills

Basic principles of early childhood development

Classroom management

Modern teaching practices

Clerical procedures

Communication in heritage language

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Level III Educational Assistant license

Tools

Computers

Office machines

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for the Heritage Language Program to assist the teacher, support students in classroom activities, and maintain records. Responsibilities include guiding students, maintaining classroom discipline, and coordinating activities.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, a Level III Educational Assistant license, and experience in teaching assistance. This role offers a salary between $26,778 and $33,393, with working conditions aligned with teachers.