Educational Assistant - Title I

Applitrack; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools in Las Cruces, NM, is accepting applications for an Educational Assistant. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a current resume through AppliTrack.

Required documents include a current resume and transcripts or Para Pro assessment scores. The position requires computer proficiency and strong communication and organizational skills. Applicants should be prepared for a formal background check and district policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications listed in the posting must be met.
• Para Pro or 48 college credits are required.
• Computer proficiency and strong communication skills are essential.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Para Pro Exam or 48 college credits

Reading/writing/math college credits (48)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Las Cruces Public Schools

• Position Type:
  Educational Assistant/ Educational Assistant
• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/11/2026

Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Successful passage of the Para Pro Exam or 48 college credits (three credits in reading, writing, math and six credits in teaching or education)
3. Proficient in use of computers, computer and database applications, creation of word documents and spread sheets
4. Outstanding verbal, written communication and organizational skills

To be considered an eligible applicant your AppliTrack application must contain the following uploaded documents:
A Current Resume
Transcripts and/or Para Pro Assessment Scores

Lateral Transfers
Lateral Transfer Application
A Current Resume (optional)

Salary schedule information can be found by clicking the link below:
https://www.lcps.net/documents/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules/239733

Need the ParaPro to qualify? Click the link below for information on how to obtain it:
https://www.lcps.net/page/parapro-assessment

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

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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

Postings current as of 10/4/2026 10:24:25 AM CST.

Need Help?

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