ED Fellows Educational Assistant (2025-2026) SY

Roswell Independent Schools•Roswell, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist with instructional support and classroom management for individuals and small groups of students. Interact with immediate supervisor, teachers and parents. Assume responsibility for tasks under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Work toward a Bachelor’s degree and employment in the field of education.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
High School diploma or GED, additional education and/or training desirable.
Possess or qualify for a New Mexico Level III Educational Assistance license.
Valid Driver’s license and Car Insurance (if traveling from site to site.)
Be enrolled or eligible to enroll in required coursework (minimum of 9 credit hours per year).

Responsibilities

Display a desire to work with students.
Work as a member of a team.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Assist licensed personnel in school environment when individual differences are respected.
Respond to students as individuals.
Help maintain cohesiveness in school environment.
Assist with supplementary work for students and supervise independent study in the school environment.
Use current technology for instructional management needs.
Assist in maintaining students’ involvement in appropriate tasks.
Provide assistance with individualized program materials.
May assist students with personal hygiene activities such as toileting, diapering, and other personal care activities.
Assist the teacher in compilation of educational materials, bulletin boards, and work centers.
Work under supervision of certified teacher(s), prepare for classroom activities.
Work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
Assist individual children in need of special attention.
Guide independent study, enrichment and/or remedial work setup by the teacher(s).
Assist with reading and/or storytelling.
Assist small groups of students in the library and other settings.
Participate in required professional development.
Contribute to the welfare and effectiveness of the classroom(s), the school, and the district by adhering to high standards of performance and interpersonal relationships.
Report unsafe or dangerous surfaces and/or conditions in hallways, restrooms, playgrounds, entrances, and classrooms.
May be asked to be in charge of the classroom for brief periods of time.
Maintain confidentiality with sensitive matters.
Be flexible and able to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate and detailed records.
Report to work on time and work no less than 7 hours per day.
Work independently with very little supervision.
Other tasks as may be deemed appropriate and necessary by your immediate supervisor.
Three-year commitment upon completion of program