Kindergarten Classroom Support Specialist

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Thoreau (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to support Kindergarten students at Thoreau Elementary. The role involves assisting with lesson delivery, guiding student learning, and helping maintain order in the classroom and on the playground.

Candidate should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and a NM Level III Educational Assistant license. On-site work at Thoreau Elementary with a 7.5 hour day and a 194-day contract.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Level III Educational Assistant license from the NM Public Education Department (NMPED) is required.
• Experience supporting students in a classroom setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in delivering curriculum and following district guidelines.
• Support students with lesson assignments and homework as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain attendance and grade records; keep files confidential.
• Assist with classroom management and enforcing classroom rules.
• Operate audio-visual equipment and basic office machines to prepare instructional materials.

Skills

Early childhood

Classroom management

Teaching techniques

Office equipment

Student growth

Education

Level III Educational Assistant license (NMPED)

Tools

Computers

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to support Kindergarten students at Thoreau Elementary. The role involves assisting with lesson delivery, guiding student learning, and helping maintain order in the classroom and on the playground.

Candidate should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and a NM Level III Educational Assistant license. On-site work at Thoreau Elementary with a 7.5 hour day and a 194-day contract.