Classroom Assistant

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico is seeking a Classroom Assistant for the Off Campus Work Study program at the Main campus in Albuquerque, NM. The role supports online instruction, helps students access learning, and reinforces goals in a structured environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, patience, and the ability to work with staff and students. Must have a Work-Study Award to qualify for this student employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, patience, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with staff.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning coach.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students.
• Reinforce academic skills, routines, and positive behavior supports.
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and completing assigned tasks.
• Help prepare and organize instructional materials and learning activities.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the learning coach.
• Provide support during classroom instruction, interventions, and accommodations.
• Encourage student independence, confidence, and self-advocacy.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Assist with data collection, record keeping, and documentation as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Patience

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Student Intermediate Level

Requisition ID: req38202

Working Title: Classroom Assistant

Pay: 16.00 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Off Campus Work Study (454F)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type:

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required: Yes

For Best Consideration Date: 10/8/2026

Position Summary

Organization: One of a Kind Kids

Location: 201 Unser Blvd NW #115 Albuquerque, NM

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

The Classroom Assistant supports the Learning Coach in helping students to access online instruction, build independence, and succeed academically, socially, and behaviorally. This role works closely with students, online teachers, to provide individualized assistance, reinforce learning goals, and help create a structured, encouraging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the learning coach
• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students
• Reinforce academic skills, routines, and positive behavior supports
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and completing assigned tasks
• Help prepare and organize instructional materials and learning activities
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the learning coach
• Provide support during classroom instruction, interventions, and accommodations
• Encourage student independence, confidence, and self-advocacy
• Maintain confidentiality
• Assist with data collection, record keeping, and documentation as needed

This position plays an important role in helping students with chronic illness and/or neurodivergence feel supported, included, and successful in their learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication, patience, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with staff
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sensitivity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children or youth
• Experience in special education, paraprofessional support, or student services

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in a classroom or student support setting
• Ability to move between learning spaces and assist students as needed
• May require occasional lifting of materials or equipment

Core Traits

• Patient
• Supportive
• Dependable
• Flexible
• Organized
• Compassionate

University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.