Special Education Educational Assistant

Rio Rancho Public Schools•Rio Rancho, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a job posting for the 2026-2027 School Year at Vista Grande Elementary. It is a 190-day contract position for an Educational Assistant/Substitute. 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 show transcripts from a credentialing college or university, or pass a paraprofessional exam administered by RRPS. The position involves assisting teachers and professionals in various educational settings, including special education, and may require direct care for students' daily needs.

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
One (1) transcript from each credentialing college or university, or, if you have no college credits, a copy of your High School Diploma or GED Certificate must be attached to complete the application.

Nice To Haves

Applicants must show transcripts from an credentialing college or university, or must pass a paraprofessional exam, which will be administered by RRPS.

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 (e.g., feeding, cleaning, diapering, 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
Employee may be assigned other duties based on the needs of the District during the term of employment