Special Education Instructional Assistant - Support

Lovington Schools; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovington Municipal Schools in Lovington, New Mexico, invites applications for a Special Education Instructional Assistant. The role supports licensed teachers, helps provide individualized instruction, manages small groups, and reinforces classroom material.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and seek the NM Level III Educational Assistant license. The position requires patience, teamwork, and good communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Qualified for NM Level III Educational Assistant license.
• Demonstrate aptitude for working with students.

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.

Skills

Student support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

New Mexico Level III Educational Assistant license

High school diploma or GED

Additional education desirable

Job description

Lovington Municipal Schools in Lovington, New Mexico, invites applications for a Special Education Instructional Assistant. The role supports licensed teachers, helps provide individualized instruction, manages small groups, and reinforces classroom material.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and seek the NM Level III Educational Assistant license. The position requires patience, teamwork, and good communication.