2026-2027 SY: Floating EA (0.50 FTE)

Santa Fe Public Schools•Santa Fe, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Educational Assistant works alongside certified school personnel and assists with their duties under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The role supports delivery of the instructional program, while the certified person retains responsibility for instruction and supervision of pupils. This position is assigned to Cielo Azul Elementary for the 2026–2027 school year, is 0.50 FTE, and is scheduled for 3.5 hours per day over a 9-month contract. The role requires New Mexico Educational Assistant Level III licensure, or the ability to obtain it. A post-offer/pre-employment background check is required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
New Mexico licensure and any other requirements specified by the State Department of Education.
Minimum Level III Educational Assistant licensure based on Public Education Department regulation, or the ability to obtain it.
Ability to comply with the state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and uphold and enforce applicable rules, directives, regulations, school board policies, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Ability to articulate and facilitate implementation of the mission and values of Santa Fe Public Schools.
Ability to safeguard confidential privileged information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in person and by telephone.
Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects.
Ability to demonstrate reliability, punctuality, appropriate workplace attire, and skill in using equipment and appropriate body mechanics.
Post-offer/pre-employment background check required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish-English.

Responsibilities

Assist licensed personnel in the school environment.
Work with individuals and small groups in the classroom to reinforce material introduced by the teacher.
Model language and behavior for students.
Collect, prepare, and arrange resource materials for certified personnel or as directed by the teacher.
Operate support equipment and monitor student testing or make-up work.
Maintain classroom records; prepare reports as requested; score tests; process books; and manage supplies and classroom equipment as needed.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Monitor student activities in classrooms, school grounds, hallways, lunchrooms, field trips, bus loading areas, and other settings.
Support non-instructional classroom duties, including monitoring snacks, restrooms, and clothing areas.
Perform other tasks related to the area of responsibility as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor, and other related duties as assigned.
Protect district resources by using supplies and equipment appropriately and carefully.
Notify a supervisor or designee of absences or tardiness, and begin and complete work within the allotted time.