General Job Description

Assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in small-group pupil instruction; tutor pupils at the teacher's request.
Assist the teacher in maintaining discipline and other classroom functions.
Assist with classroom setup and preparation of materials for specialized instructional units.
Handle attendance reports and related clerical functions with the teacher.
Assemble and update bulletin board displays; keep classroom displays current.
Operate standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, audiovisual devices, etc.
Escort children to and from various rooms when needed.
Perform supervisory duties on school grounds as assigned.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the teacher or principal.
Complete other tasks as deemed appropriate by the immediate supervisor and/or the superintendent.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Communicate accurate and up-to-date information to students in a way that enhances student learning.
Manage time appropriately.
Cooperate with administration, parents, and co-workers.
Take precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Complete assigned duties (hall, bus, etc.).
Maintain student involvement in appropriate tasks.
Use and apply appropriate conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrate public-relations skills.
Use appropriate techniques, strategies, and materials to achieve desired instructional goals.
Report suspected child abuse and neglect.
Be responsible for students on field trips.
Act as a good role model within the context of the school.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Students in class(es)

Qualifications

High school diploma.
A valid New Mexico Educational Assistant license.
Must be able to pass employment verification.

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.

Safety and Health

Child Abuse/Substance Abuse Workshop
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard Training

Equipment/Material Handled

Must know how to properly operate, or be willing to learn to operate, multimedia equipment including current technology as needed.

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 assignments without direct supervision. Occasional after-hours work may be required. Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, and moving light furniture may be required.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Educational Assistant-Kindergarten