EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT: FIRST GRADE: (BILINGUAL PREFERRED)

Employer Albuquerque Public Schools
Location Albuquerque, New Mexico
Type Full-time

Job Description

Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Works with individuals and small groups in the classroom to reinforce material introduced by the teacher.

• Serves as a model in developing students' language and behavior.

• Collects, prepares and arranges resource material for use by certified personnel.

• Operates support equipment and monitors testing or make-up work by students.

• Maintains classroom records, prepares reports as requested by the classroom teacher or principal, scores tests, processes books, manages supplies and classroom equipment as needed.

• Monitors student activities in classrooms, school grounds, hallways, lunchrooms, field trips, bus loading areas, etc.

• Provides support for non-instructional classroom duties such as monitoring snacks, restrooms, clothing areas, etc.

• Participates in parent-teacher conferences and home visits as requested by classroom teacher.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

DUTIES: In addition to the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must perform the following duties:

• Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.

• Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools.

• Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.

• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations.

• Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.

• Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.

• Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.

• Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility.

• Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

The minimum expectations for this job are as follows:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.

• Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.

• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Experience with educational equipment preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

The minimum requirements for this job are as follows:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Satisfactory completion of physical examination

• Licensure based on State Department of Education Regulation No. 90-5

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Contact: Cynthia Joy Hassett at / cynthia.hassett@aps.edu

APPLY TO:

APPLY ONLINE: WWW.APS.EDU, APS Jobs, Classified Application.

In addition to providing supporting documents to meet the position requirements, you must also submit an updated cover letter & resume.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

SALARY:

DAYS: 189

HOURS:

START DATE: August 17, 2026

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