Deaf Education: Bilingual Educational Assistant

Las Cruces Public Schools; Mesilla (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for Deaf Education at Mesilla Elementary School, coordinating with special education staff to support students and families.

Qualified applicants will have an associate degree or 48 college credits, or Para Pro eligibility, and NM PED licensure. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, and prior educational assistant experience is desirable. Closing date: October 21, 2026.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits, or pass the Para Pro test.
• Eligibility for NM Public Education Department educational assistant licensure.
• Experience as an educational assistant preferred.
• Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish preferred.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Educational assistant experience

Education

Associate degree or higher / 48 credit hours

Para Pro test eligibility

Educational assistant licensure by NM PED

Job description

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for Deaf Education at Mesilla Elementary School, coordinating with special education staff to support students and families.

Qualified applicants will have an associate degree or 48 college credits, or Para Pro eligibility, and NM PED licensure. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, and prior educational assistant experience is desirable. Closing date: October 21, 2026.