Educational Assistant - Title I (9154)

Applitrack; Four Points (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools in Las Cruces, NM is seeking an Educational Assistant to support classroom activities and student learning. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and either passing the Para Pro Exam or completing 48 college credits in reading, writing and math plus six credits in education related content.

Candidates must be proficient with computers, database applications, and creating Word documents and spreadsheets, with outstanding verbal and written communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful passage of the Para Pro Exam or 48 college credits (three reading, writing, math; six teaching/education).
• Proficient with computers, databases, and creating Word documents and spreadsheets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong organizational skills.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Para Pro Exam or 48 college credits

Job description

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

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

An FBI fingerprint background checkwill 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