Teacher Aide

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Children's Campus in Albuquerque is seeking a Teacher Aide to support the Lead Educator with curriculum planning, supervision and teaching of children in a classroom setting, and to help present and reinforce learning concepts. The role is full-time, benefits-eligible, and requires a high school diploma or GED with at least one year of related experience.

It also requires CDA/CPR/First Aid, background checks, and adherence to university policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of related experience.
• Completed degree(s) above the minimum education requirement may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment while planning and preparation for daily activities.
• Leads classroom activities in the absence of Lead Educator and may confer with parents on children's progress.
• Leads, guides, and trains staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

ECECD licensing

NAECD accreditation standards

Curriculum implementation

Child assessment

1 year experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Working Title

Teacher Aide

Position Grade

06

Position Summary

Successful
candidate will assist the Lead Educator with curriculum planning, supervision,
and teaching of children or adults in a classroom setting; assists in
presenting and reinforcing learning concepts.

• Provides support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating
  educational environment while planning and preparation for daily activities.
  Daily activities include interacting and providing activities and care to the
  children in assigned classroom.
• Leads
  classroom activities in the absence of Lead Educator and may confer with
  parents on children's progress.
• Leads,
  guides, and trains staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers
  performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as
  appropriate to the area of operation.
• Performs
  miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to secure and maintain a valid UNM Driver's License.
• A valid New Mexico Driver's License, or ability to obtain a valid NM Driver's License within six months of hire, is required for this job.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the US-UNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Must work towards and/or maintain current CDA certification. 1st course must be started within 90 days of date of hire and 1 course completed each year thereafter. (Main Campus employees)
• Must obtain and maintain current adult, child & infant CPR and First Aid Certification. Initial certification must be achieved within 6 weeks of date of hire. (Main Campus employees).
• Must complete the NM 45-hour entry level training course, or equivalent, within 90 days of date of hire. (Main Campus employees)
• Successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and CYFD fingerprinting background check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with
  ECECD licensing requirements
• Experience with
  NAEYC accreditation standards
• Experience with
  curriculum implementation
• Experience with
  child assessment

Additional Requirements

Position requires an ECECD background check as well as a UNM EOHS medical clearance.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

UNM Childrens Campus Administration (234B)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

06/30/2027

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $19.88 - $24.14

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

8/5/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.