Educational Assistant- Tier 3 Social Communication (Secondary)

Rio Rancho Public Schools•Rio Rancho, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This job posting is for the 2026-2027 school year for the RRPS Special Services Department's Social Communication Program. It is a 190-day contract position. Rio Rancho Public Schools (RRPS) requires all Educational Assistants to hold a Level 3 K-12 Educational Assistant License through the New Mexico Public Education Department. To qualify for a Level 3 License, applicants must provide transcripts from a credentialing college or university, or pass a paraprofessional exam administered by RRPS. The position may involve assisting in caring for student needs, including feeding, cleaning, diapering, catheter care, toileting, feminine hygiene, clothing changes, and assisting with mobility (wheelchair transport and transfers). Tier 3 Educational Assistants are identified by the Executive Director of Special Services and may work with students through their lunch period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must hold or be able to obtain a New Mexico Public Education Department Level 3 K-12 Educational Assistant License
Must hold or be able to obtain a New Mexico Public Education Department Substitute License
Transcripts from a credentialing college or university, or a copy of High School Diploma or GED Certificate

Responsibilities

Assisting teachers and professionals with preparation and/or delivery of instructional material
Assisting in one-on-one and small group activities
Assisting in transferring students
Assisting in caring for student needs (feeding, cleaning, diapering, catheter care, toileting, feminine hygiene, clothing changes, transporting in wheelchairs, transferring to and from wheelchairs, and assisting with other daily living activities)
Assisting teacher and ancillary staff in implementing goals and objectives for each student
Assisting in management/re-direction of students who may be disruptive or combative
Assisting with supervision of students on the playground, cafeteria, restrooms, and hallways
Participating in staff meetings, in-service training as per negotiated agreement, other school activities
Complying with state-approved New Mexico Administrative Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession and the RRPS Employee Standards of Conduct and upholding and enforcing rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations
Performing clerical duties for teachers
Performing substitute duties as assigned
Performing other duties based on the needs of the District during the term of employment