Educational Assistant SPED

Farmington Municipal Schools; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmington Municipal Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to support teachers and students in the classroom. The role involves assisting licensed personnel, reinforcing lessons, and aiding in small-group work in a school setting.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, with NM Licenses (Level III Educational Assistant and Substitute) preferred, and a willingness to work under supervision. Strong communication and adaptability are important.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent
• AA degree or 45 college hours incl. education courses
• Level III NM Educational Assistant license and Substitute license

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed personnel in classroom and school environment.
• Support individual students and small groups.
• Reinforce teacher-planned lessons and program goals.
• Prepare for classroom activities and testing as needed.
• Follow district and school procedures.

Skills

Assists licensed personnel

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Use of technology for instruction

Education

High School diploma or GED

AA degree / 45 college hours incl. education courses

Level III NM Educational Assistant license

Substitute license

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Educational Assistant

Position Purpose

To provide opportunities for the teacher to attend to the individual needs of students in the class.To provide assistance in preparing our students academically and socially for school success.

Essential Functions

• Assists licensed personnel in school environment.
• Provides assistance with individual program materials.
• Assists licensed personnel with student discipline.
• Assists in maintaining student involvement in appropriate tasks.
• Assists with supplementary work for students & supervise independent study in school environment.
• Respond to students as individuals.
• Helps maintain cohesiveness in school environment
• Displays a desire to work with students.
• Serves as a role model.
• Works as a member of a team.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Uses current technology for instruction and management needs.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of certified teacher(s) and principal.
• Assist in the preparation for program and classroom activities.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist individual children in need of special attention.
• Assist with classroom instruction.
• Assist in the implementation of program goals and objectives.
• Be familiar with the teacher’s lesson plans and assist teachers in reinforcing teacher-planned lessons for the students.
• Assist with testing as needed.
• Do bridging activities in classrooms.
• Be generally familiar with textbooks and course content
• Have knowledge of the home language of the students
• Follow district and school procedures
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, physical ability to type on a keyboard terminal, and moving light furniture.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Work Environment

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Qualifications Profile

High School diploma or GED. AA degree, 45 college hours which include the necessary educational courses, or passing the ParaEducator exam.Possess a Level III New Mexico Educational Assistant license and a Substitute license and any other qualifications as the Board deems appropriate

Terms of Employment

Salary and work calendar established yearly by school board.

FLSA Status

Non-exempt