SPED Low-Incidence Education Assistant – Sunset Hills

Alamogordo Public Schools; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamogordo Public Schools is seeking an Education Assistant for SPED Low Incidence at Sunset Hills Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports students with special needs in a well-organized classroom and follows district policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with feeding and mobility, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with staff, parents, and healthcare professionals to support instructional goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 48 college credits preferred.
• Ability to obtain Level III Assistant licensure (appropriate college credits or pass test for licensure).
• Experience working with students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to SPED students including, but not limited to, spoon/tube feeding (consult with SLP for individual needs), lifting and positioning, signs/symptoms of infection or suctioning, diaper changing and toileting.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents/guardians, staff, and supervisors.

Skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Reading & Writing

Facility with routine information

Ability to write letters/memos

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits preferred

Level III Assistant licensure eligibility

Tools

Audio visual equipment

Office machines

Computer data entry

Job description

Alamogordo Public Schools is seeking an Education Assistant for SPED Low Incidence at Sunset Hills Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports students with special needs in a well-organized classroom and follows district policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting with feeding and mobility, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with staff, parents, and healthcare professionals to support instructional goals.