Educational Assistant (EA) SPED Life skills

Zuni Public Schools; Zuni Pueblo (NM); On-site; USD 21,498 - 35,490; Full time

Job summary

Zuni Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant (EA) for the Shiwi Ts’ana Elementary School. The role involves assisting certified teachers and supporting student learning. Candidates must have a valid Educational Assistant License from the New Mexico Public Education Department and be capable of handling various classroom responsibilities. This position requires effective communication skills in English and the ability to maintain confidentiality for student records. The role allows for personal growth and development within an educational framework.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid New Mexico Public Education Department Educational Assistant License.
• Experience in educational settings is preferred.
• Capable of planning lessons based on student needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teacher with direct instruction and support.
• Manage student activities and classroom schedules.
• Provide immediate feedback to students on performance.

Skills

Ability to develop effective relationships

Experience with computers

Ability to communicate in English

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

New Mexico Public Education Department Educational Assistant License

Native American Language & Culture Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Educational Assistant (EA) SPED Life Skills

Position: Educational Assistant (EA)

Reports to: Teacher & School Site Principal

Site: Shiwi Ts’ana Elementary School

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Contract Length: 9 months

Salary: $21,498.75 to $35,490.65 depending up experience and education

Purpose: Works directly under the supervision of a certified teacher. Assists with students’ learning that contributes to their education development and classroom behavior when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• New Mexico Public Education Department Educational Assistant License;
• Native American Language & Culture Certification preferred;
• Ability to develop an effective working relationship with students, staff, volunteers, parents, and community;
• Experience with computers with the ability to enter data, utilize technology and Microsoft Office programs;
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on department and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned;
• Ability to communicate with students orally and in writing in English the language;
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, parents, staff and community;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram and schedule form;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Able to perform the following essential duties, physical and mental functions and utilize the essential equipment of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Duties

• Treat all students with dignity and respect;
• Follow the directions of the certified teacher within the scope of the position;
• Assist certified teacher with:
  • Provision of direct instruction and support in areas which have been taught utilizing a variety of methods and materials;
  • Manage multiple projects, schedules and student activities;
  • In planning activities, developing instructional materials;
  • With the preparation of instructional materials, record-keeping and or daily tasks associated with the classroom;
  • With reinforcing academic behaviors to individual and/or small groups of students and monitor student(s) ability to follow directions and behavior.
• Establish, model, practice and reinforce age‑appropriate rules and logical consequences;
• Assist with the implementation of classroom procedures, systems and routines that provide structure for students and maximize instructional time;
• Maintain charts and records related to student(s) progress;
• Assist with the preparation of required reports accurately and in a timely fashion;
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom;
• Provide immediate, corrective and/or positive feedback to student(s) regarding behavior and/or academic performance;
• Maintain confidentiality of student records, conversations, discussions and classroom information;
• Maintain discipline in the classroom in the absence of the certified teacher for short periods of time;
• Participate in required in‑service training;
• Participate in home visits with certified teacher;
• Meet New Mexico Public Education Department competencies for Paraprofessionals;
• Perform other assigned duties in a timely basis.

Physical Functions

• Frequently required to stand, talk, hear and sometimes walk and sit;
• Occasionally required to lift up to 30 pounds; may lift up to 75 pounds with the help of another employee;
• Hand and eye coordination in operating computer, computer panel, grading papers, and writing assignments etc.;
• Usually works on even surfaces, may walk on uneven surfaces outdoors;
• Exposed to various degrees of noises (talking, attending games, assemblies etc.). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud;
• May work in close proximity of other individuals;
• General vision, corrected to 20/20, reads a multitude of records, correspondence and data;
• Ability to adjust focus from various school tools to include: (computer, computer panel, written assignments, typed material, lab equipment, art tools and equipment, etc.).

Mental Functions

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form;
• Deal with students and parents in such a way to maintain their goodwill;
• Respond appropriately to student behavior and discipline;
• Respond appropriately to supervision and accept recommendations;
• Communicate verbally and in writing in English;
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from students; parents, peers and supervisor;
• Handle stress, work under pressure of deadlines, interruptions and frustrations;
• Handle difficult people and difficult situations; work on conflict resolution and problem solving;
• Organize data, information and disseminate to appropriate venue.

Essential Equipment

• Operate phone, fax, computer, scanner, printer, calculator, computer panel, etc.;
• Operate a vehicle and hold a valid driver’s license.