Educational Assistant Lydia Rippey

Lydia Rippey Elementary School; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lydia Rippey Elementary School in Aztec, NM is seeking a PreK Educational Assistant to support teachers, staff and students under direct supervision. This role involves assisting with various school activities and maintaining confidentiality.

The candidate will work closely with the Building Principal and fellow staff to ensure smooth classroom operations and timely preparation of materials. Immediate start is available; a flexible, teamwork-oriented approach is valued.

Qualifications

• Current Licensure for Educational Assistant.
• High school diploma required; AA or higher preferred.
• Must fulfill dexterity and physical requirements to work with school-age children.
• Strong communication and language skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Manages all work in teacher’s work room.
• Checks and operates equipment.
• Works with and for all teachers.
• Establishes schedules for materials checkout, lounge duty, birthdays.
• Keeps records of materials ordered and used in the work room.
• Fills in front office when secretaries are out; covers classrooms when needed.
• Can run the workroom with minimal supervision.
• Keeps information confidential.
• Prepares work for teachers within two days of request.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Report writing

Effective communication

Technology literacy

Education

Current Licensure for Educational Assistant

High school diploma

AA or higher preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

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PreK Educational Assistant Lydia Rippey

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911082

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

AZTEC MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

Educational Assistant

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, the purpose of the position is to provide staff support in an educational environment, with emphasis on providing support to teachers, staff and students. Incumbents assist teachers with all other facets of school activities. Essential functions as outlined herein are performed according the needs of the assigned teacher(s). Perform related work as directed.

Reports to: Building Principal

Qualifications

• Current Licensure for Educational Assistant
• Minimum: High school diploma, (AA or higher preferred)
• Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work, and effectively attend to the needs of school age children; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Additional hours training preferred.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Strategies and Professional Learning Communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages all work in teacher’s work room
• Checks and operates all equipment (some maintenance)
• Works with and for all teachers
• Establishes schedules: materials to be checked out, lounge duty, birthdays
• Keeps records of materials being ordered and used in working room
• Works in front office while secretaries are out, fills in classrooms when teachers need to be out of their rooms
• Is able to run workroom without much supervision
• Is able to keep all things confidential
• Is prompt and dependable, preparing work for teachers within two days of request
• Other duties as assigned

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position supervises the following positions: none

Confidentiality

Due to the sensitive nature of this position and access to financial information, the highest degree of confidentiality is required.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to eligible individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Please see Qualifications.

Communication and Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Ability to assist with preparation of reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, peers and community.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers and community; ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to use computers and other technology to accomplish job responsibilities.
• Ability to perform tasks quickly and efficiently and follow verbal directions.
• Ability to work around congested areas.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule around job responsibilities.

Analytical and Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in written, verbal or diagram form, and deal with abstract variables.

Temperaments

• Ability to teach others, work with people and influence people in their opinions, attitudes, and judgments.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties.
• Ability to work with people who express conflicting opinions.
• Ability to solve problems, make sound judgments and reach conclusions.
• Ability to express personal feelings professionally, and perform effectively under stress.

Physical Attributes

The physical demands described here 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 the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, handle, type or feel. The employee may occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must possess and maintain a current driver’s license and take a Defensive Driving course at the District expense if you drive a district owned vehicle. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff.

Certificates Licenses

Must possess a New Mexico Educational License

Terms of Employment

Appropriate placement on the Salary Schedule and the Aztec School District Calendar.

Evaluation

Performance of duties will be evaluated at least annually in accordance with Aztec School Board Policy.

Physical Rating Level

This position will require the employee to function at a “Medium” physical capacity as defined by Worker’s Compensation Statutes. “Medium” physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently. For Physical Requirement Details, contact Aztec Municipal Schools.

Physical Rating Level

This position will require the employee to function at a “Medium” physical capacity as defined by Worker’s Compensation Statutes. “Medium” physical capacity indicates the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally or up to 25 pounds frequently.

Work Actions

Finger Dexterity

C

Sitting

F

Standing

F

Walking

F

Repetitive Motions

Hand

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Foot

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Grasping: Hand

Right: F

Left: F

Both: F

Fine Manipulation: Hand