Educational Assistant - Head Start

Applitrack; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant for Head Start at University Hills Elementary School. This position requires an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or progress toward it, plus eligibility for a NM PED Level 3 Education Assistant License.

Applicants must upload a current resume and transcripts or Para Pro scores with the AppliTrack application. The role emphasizes supporting Head Start students and collaborating with classroom staff.

Qualifications

• An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or progress toward one, is required.
• Must be able to obtain NM Public Education Department Level 3 Education Assistant License.

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Progress toward Associate Degree

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Las Cruces Public Schools

Educational Assistant - Head Start (5404) JobID: 15287

• Position Type: Educational Assistant/ Educational Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Location: University Hills Elementary School
• Closing Date: 10/11/2026

Minimum Qualifications

1. An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, or progress towards one, is required. You must submit transcripts and grades each semester to demonstrate advancement, with a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester or 12 credit hours per school year. The degree must be completed within two years of hire

2. Ability to obtain a level three license issued by the NM Public Education Department (NMPED). (Requirements for Level 3 Education Assistant License https://web.ped.nm.gov/bureaus/licensure/licensure-requirements/education-assistant-pre-k-12/)

To be considered an eligible applicant your AppliTrack application must contain the following uploaded documents:

• Current Resume
• Transcripts and/or Para Pro Assessment Scores

Lateral Transfers

Lateral Transfer Application

A Current Resume (optional)

Las Cruces Public Schools 505 South Main, Suite 249 Las Cruces, NM 88001 [phone]

An FBI fingerprint background check will be conducted on all new hires of the Las Cruces Public Schools at a cost to the employee. Continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check.

Las Cruces Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Las Cruces Public Schools has a No Smoking/No Tobacco Policy

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