Empowering SPED Instructional Assistant — Full-Time

La Merced Elementary; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

La Merced Elementary in Belen, NM is seeking a SpEd Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a Level III Educational Assistants License and the ability to provide health, hygiene, and mobility support to students.

Responsibilities include assisting special education students with daily activities, lifting as needed, and performing essential tasks per the job description. This is a full-time position under Belen Consolidated School District.

Qualifications

• Level III Educational Assistants License required.
• Functional knowledge of job related duties.
• Provide necessary health, hygiene, and mobility related assistance to students.
• Free from physical limitations, which would interfere with any required lifting duties (students, equipment, etc.)
• Ability to perform essential functions and task requirements noted on the job description.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education students in classroom and activities.
• Provide health, hygiene and mobility support as needed.
• Support lifting and transfer of students as required by duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Educational license

Health & mobility support

Lifting ability

Functional duties knowledge

Ability to perform essential tasks

Job description

La Merced Elementary in Belen, NM is seeking a SpEd Instructional Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a Level III Educational Assistants License and the ability to provide health, hygiene, and mobility support to students.

Responsibilities include assisting special education students with daily activities, lifting as needed, and performing essential tasks per the job description. This is a full-time position under Belen Consolidated School District.