Bilingual Special Education Educational Assistant

Las-Cruces-Public-Schools; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools seeks an Educational Assistant to support students in a Special Education program at University Hills Elementary School (High-Needs School). The position requires a credential such as an Associate degree or 48 college credits, or passing the Para Pro test, with eligibility for NM Public Education Department licensure.

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to student learning and may provide bilingual support as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess Associates degree or higher OR 48 credit hours from an accredited college/university; or pass the Para Pro test
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain educational assistant licensure issued by the New Mexico Public Education Department
• Experience as an educational assistant (preferred)

Skills

Associate degree

48 credits

Para Pro

Educ. assistant licensure

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate degree or higher

48 college credits

Job description

Las Cruces Public Schools seeks an Educational Assistant to support students in a Special Education program at University Hills Elementary School (High-Needs School). The position requires a credential such as an Associate degree or 48 college credits, or passing the Para Pro test, with eligibility for NM Public Education Department licensure.

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to student learning and may provide bilingual support as needed.