Educational Assistant GE Pinon Posting 707

Pinon Elementary; White Rock (NM); On-site; USD 45,736,000 - 50,282,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos Public Schools Pinon Elementary in White Rock, NM, seeks an Educational Assistant GE to support instructors, tutor students, and handle clerical tasks under supervision. This 1.0 FTE, 7-hour day position requires NM PED licensure and provides a structured school environment.

Starting date is to be determined; visa sponsorship is not available. The role entails classroom support, progress monitoring, and collaboration with teachers to facilitate learning for diverse students.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
• Experience: At least one year of instructional support.
• Licensure: Possession of, or ability to obtain, NM PED instructional assistant license and Substitute Teacher license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for instructional instructors; set up demonstrations, materials and equipment for classroom lectures; promote a positive learning environment.
• Tutor students and monitor progress; interpret and explain instructions; provide updates on student progress to instructors.
• Assist the teacher in evaluating students; prepare learning activities; proofread and mark papers; report progress to instructors.
• Review assignments, correct homework; administer tests to complete lesson plans as directed.
• Oversee classroom activities in the absence of an instructor; maintain classroom and school discipline.

Skills

Tutoring

Student support

Clerical tasks

Classroom assistance

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office equipment operation

Computers

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Educational Assistant GE Pinon Posting 707

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Job Details

Job ID: 5904475

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Visa sponsorship is not available

New Mexico Public Educational Department Licensure (NM PED)-

Thisposition requires licenses from NM PED, you will pay the fees by credit card or debit card and you will pay $50.00 if you apply for both licenses within the same online licensure application, or total of $100.00 if you apply for them separately. Los Alamos Public Schools Human Resources will provide you with all the information you need to apply for the licensure.

$19.13 Hourly Rate

1.00 FTE, 7 hour day, 35 hour week.

193 work contract- August 4, 2026 to May 28, 2027

SUMMARY

Under general supervision to provide responsible assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; to set up materials and demonstrations for classroom lectures; to provide assistance to, and tutor, students in an assigned area; to perform clerical duties for assigned instructor; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

• Provide assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; set up demonstrations, materials, and equipment for classroom lectures; promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide tutoring and other assistance to students in a variety of areas; interpret and explain detailed instructions; monitor student progress and report to instructors.
• Assist the teacher in evaluating students; assist in preparing teaching materials and learning activities, as directed; proofread and mark student papers; provide updates on student progress.
• Review student assignments, correct homework; as directed, administer tests to students to complete lesson plans.
• Oversee classroom activities in the absence of an instructor and during recess, lunch and other special events; assist in maintaining classroom and school disciplinary procedures.
• Perform record keeping activities; take attendance and maintain attendance records; fill out forms and applications as required.
• Respond to various questions and inquiries from students and parents on routine issues; refer students to instructors for complex questions and issues.
• Design, implement and maintain instructional and informational materials; tutor students in the creation of project materials and reports.
• Perform a variety of clerical tasks supporting assigned instructor; take roll call and keep student attendance records; duplicate materials; assemble notebooks and handouts; return reviewed homework assignments, reports and tests to students.
• Perform custodial duties in the classroom to maintain a clean and safe environment; clean desks, tables and chairs; set up and assemble materials for projects.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, fax or other equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Operations, services and activities of an instructional program.Student instructional and tutorial techniques.Principles and concepts of assigned academic subject matter.Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.Theories and concepts of early childhood development.Methods and techniques used in assessing student programs.General goals and purpose of education programs.Discipline strategies.Principles and procedures of record keeping.English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations.

Ability to:

Provide support to instructors and students to promote a positive learning environment.Provide responsible assistance in the preparation of materials and lessons.

Provide assistance and tutor students in an assigned area.Monitor student progress and confer with instructors.Administer, correct, and record test results.Work with students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, ages and academic abilities.Serve as liaison among students, tutors and instructors.Perform a variety of clerical functions in support of assigned instructor.Respond to a variety of requests from students and teachers.

Maintain accurate and complete student records.Operate various office equipment including computers, copiers, faxes and other machinery.Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience: One year instructional support experience.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license.Possession of, or ability to obtain, mandated Educational Assistant license and Substitute Teacher license as may be required by the District or State of New Mexico.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS ANDWORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Environment: Classroom and office environment; extensive contact with students and staff.

Mobility: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting; standing, bending, operating motorized equipment.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other printed documents.

Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to travel from site to site in the performance of duties.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Specialist
• 2075 Trinity Drive
• Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544-3091
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]