Special Education Instructional Assistant

Lovington Municipal School District; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovington Municipal School District is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support individual student needs in the classroom. Key responsibilities include assisting licensed personnel, working with small groups, and maintaining student involvement in tasks.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, a desire to work with students, and effective communication skills. The position requires collaboration with teams and involvement in various classroom activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Additional education and/or training desirable.
• Possess or qualify for a New Mexico Level III Educational Assistant license.
• Demonstrate aptitude for the work to be performed.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed personnel in school environment.
• Work with small groups of students.
• Help maintain students’ involvement in appropriate tasks.

Skills

Desire to work with students

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Aptitude for the work

Education

High school diploma or GED

New Mexico Level III Educational Assistant license

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant JobID: 1615

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 5/29/2026
• Location: TAYLOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Date Available: 07/20/2026
• Closing Date: Until Filled

LOYINGTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Special Education Instructional Assistant

General Job Description: To provide opportunities for the teacher to attend to the individual needs of students. To provide assistance in preparing our students academically, socially, and physically to become positive, productive participants in the 21st century.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Additional education and/or training desirable.
• Possess or qualify for a New Mexico Level III Educational Assistant license.
• Demonstrate aptitude for the work to be performed.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Display a desire to work with students.
• Serve as a role model.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Assist licensed personnel in school environment where individual differences are respected.
• Respond to students as individuals.
• Help maintain cohesiveness in school environment.
• Assist with supplementary work for students and supervise independent study in the school environment.
• Use current technology for instructional management needs.
• Assist licensed personnel with student discipline up to and including safely restraining students.
• Assist in maintaining students’ involvement in appropriate tasks.
• Provide assistance with individualized program materials.
• May assist students with personal hygiene activities such as toileting, diapering and other personal care activities.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of certified teacher(s), prepare for classroom activities.
• Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist individual children in need of special attention.
• Guide independent study, enrichment and/or remedial work setup by the teacher(s).
• Set up audiovisual equipment as directed.
• Assist with reading and/or storytelling.
• Assist small groups of students in the library and other settings.
• Participate in in-service training programs.
• Contribute to the welfare and effectiveness of the classroom(s), the school, and the district by adhering to high standards of performance and interpersonal relationships.
• Model acceptable social skills in working with students, teachers, parents and supervisors.
• Report unsafe or dangerous surfaces and/or conditions in hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrances, and classrooms.
• Respond to the unique needs of the special education student.
• Other tasks as may be deemed appropriate and necessary by the immediate supervisor, the principal and/or the Superintendent.

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, must be able to see and hear the entire classroom, and moving light furniture may be required.

Safety & Health

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.

Equipment/Material Handled

Must know how to properly operate, or be willing to learn to operate, all multimedia equipment including current technology. Fax machine, laminator, book binders, paper cutters, etc.

Work Environment

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Job responsibilities require both inside and outside assignments. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hours work may be required. May make site or home visits when needed and appropriate. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

Salary

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