Educational Assistant - Pre-K to 12 Classroom Support

Nancy Lopez Elementary; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Nancy Lopez Elementary in Roswell, NM, is hiring an Educational Assistant (Pre-K–12) for the 2026-2027 SY. The role reports to the Teacher/Principal and supports students academically, socially, and physically to prepare them for the 21st century.

Duties include assisting with materials, small groups, and classroom management, under licensed supervision. Salary ranges from $26,608 to $30,863 per year; position is full-time.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; additional education and/or training desirable.
• Possess or qualify for a New Mexico Level III Educational Assistance license.
• Experience in school environment preferred.
• Demonstrate aptitude for the work to be performed.

Responsibilities

• Display a desire to work with students.
• Serve as a role model and work as a member of a team.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Assist licensed personnel in school environment when individual differences are respected.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Use current technology for instructional management needs.
• Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters and treat people with respect and dignity.
• Report unsafe or dangerous surfaces and/or conditions in hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrances, and classrooms.

Education

High School diploma or GED

New Mexico Level III Educational Assistance license

Job description

Nancy Lopez Elementary in Roswell, NM, is hiring an Educational Assistant (Pre-K–12) for the 2026-2027 SY. The role reports to the Teacher/Principal and supports students academically, socially, and physically to prepare them for the 21st century.

Duties include assisting with materials, small groups, and classroom management, under licensed supervision. Salary ranges from $26,608 to $30,863 per year; position is full-time.