K-1 English Instructional Assistant

Gadsden Independent School District (NM); Chaparral (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Gadsden Independent School District (NM) is seeking instructional assistants to support teachers, students, and families in daily classroom activities. The role includes tutoring, materials prep, clerical tasks, and supervision across various school settings.

Qualified candidates will meet ParaPro or have 48 college credits with specified subject hours and must hold the NM Educational Assistant Level III License.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of 48 semester hours of academic credit, including 15 hours in language arts, reading, writing, mathematics or professional education (from an accredited college/university) or passage of ParaPro/ParaEducator/Basic Skills.
• New Mexico Public Education Educational Assistant Level III License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains professional relationships with employees and students.
• Assists with classroom management routines.
• Assists the teacher in working with parents.
• Tuts individual students or groups under supervision of the teacher.
• Prepares classroom activities under supervision of the teacher.
• Performs clerical work.
• Assists in preparing class displays and bulletin boards.
• Cares for equipment.
• Assists teacher with classroom activities.
• Supervises playground, cafeteria, bus loading and other school activities.
• Participates in inservice training programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Reading comprehension

Writing ability

Communication with staff/parents

Education

High school diploma/GED

48 college hours including 15 in language arts/reading/writing/math or prof ed

ParaPro/ParaEducator/Basic Skills exam

Job description

Gadsden Independent School District (NM) is seeking instructional assistants to support teachers, students, and families in daily classroom activities. The role includes tutoring, materials prep, clerical tasks, and supervision across various school settings.

Qualified candidates will meet ParaPro or have 48 college credits with specified subject hours and must hold the NM Educational Assistant Level III License.