Educational Assistant - Tier 2
About The Position
Rio Rancho Public Schools is hiring a Tier 2 Educational Assistant/Substitute for the 2026–2027 school year at Rio Rancho Elementary School. This is a short-term, 190-day contract. Tier 2 Educational Assistants work in special education settings with students with special needs and may assist with personal care and daily living activities, including feeding, cleaning, diapering, catheter equipment, toileting, clothing changes, wheelchair transportation and transfers, and other student needs. The role may involve supporting teachers and other professionals in regular or special education classrooms, assisting librarians, the school nurse, or other staff, or monitoring and managing the school workroom. Applicants must have or be able to obtain New Mexico Public Education Department Level 3 K–12 Educational Assistant and Substitute licenses. To qualify for the Level 3 license, applicants must provide transcripts from a credentialing college or university or pass a paraprofessional exam administered by RRPS.
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.
- To qualify for a Level 3 license, provide transcripts from a credentialing college or university or pass the paraprofessional exam administered by RRPS.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers and professionals with preparing and delivering instructional materials.
- Assist with one-on-one and small-group activities.
- Assist with transferring students.
- Assist with student care needs, potentially including feeding, cleaning, diapering, catheter equipment, toileting, feminine hygiene, clothing changes, wheelchair transportation and transfers, and other daily living activities.
- Assist teachers and ancillary staff in implementing student goals and objectives.
- Assist in managing or redirecting students who may be disruptive or combative.
- Help supervise students on the playground, in the cafeteria, restrooms, and hallways.
- Participate in staff meetings, in-service training as specified in the negotiated agreement, and other school activities.
- Comply with state and district ethical and conduct standards, and uphold and enforce applicable rules, directives, policies, and regulations.
- Perform clerical duties for teachers.
- Perform substitute duties as assigned.
- Perform other duties assigned based on District needs during the term of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
High school or GED
