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School-Run Early Childhood Learning Center JobID:

1538

Position Type:

Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant Date Posted:

8/11/2026

Location:

Shiwi Ts`ana Elementary School

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:

Educational Assistant (EA)

• School-Run Early Childhood Learning Center Reports to:

Lead Classroom Teacher/Caregiver & Program Director Site:

Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary•

Early Childhood Learning Center FLSA Status:

Non-exempt Contract Length:

12 months

Salary:

$21,498.75 to $35,490.65 depending upon experience and education

Purpose:

Works directly under the supervision of the Early Childhood Learning Center Lead Classroom Teacher/Caregiver and Program Director. Assists with the daily care, safety, and developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool-age children, including feeding, diapering/toileting, and age-appropriate learning activities, in compliance with New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) licensing standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Must be at least 18 years of age; Must complete ECECD-approved Pre-Service Health & Safety Training/orientation prior to unsupervised contact with children, and maintain ongoing ECECD Professional Development System training requirements (minimum 24 hours annually, per

NMAC 8.16.2

); Current CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification (hands-on component required; online-only certification not accepted), or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire; Must complete Mandated Reporter training (child abuse and neglect recognition/reporting) during onboarding; Must complete infant/toddler-specific training within three (3) months of assignment to an infant/toddler classroom, if applicable; Must pass an

ECECD/CYFD

background check, including FBI fingerprint-based clearance, in accordance with 8.8.3 NMAC, prior to unsupervised contact with children, and maintain eligibility (renewed at least every five years); Current TB screening and immunization records (or documented exemption) on file, per program and local public health guidance; New Mexico Public Education Department Educational Assistant License, or willingness to obtain, as applicable to site requirements; Ability to develop an effective working relationship with children, families, staff, volunteers, and community; Experience with computers with the ability to enter data, utilize technology and Microsoft Office programs; Ability to plan and implement age-appropriate activities based on department, licensing, and site objectives and the needs and abilities of the children assigned; Ability to communicate with children and families orally and in writing in English; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram and schedule form; Ability to maintain confidentiality of child and family records; Able to perform the following essential duties, physical and mental functions, and utilize the essential equipment of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Duties:

Treat all children with dignity and respect; Follow the directions of the Lead Classroom Teacher/Caregiver within the scope of the position; Change diapers and assist with toileting/potty-training in accordance with ECECD health and sanitation standards, including proper handwashing and diaper-changing station sanitation procedures, and document changes as required; Assist with feeding, bottle preparation, and mealtime/snack routines, including adherence to any allergy or dietary restriction plans; Maintain compliance with required staff-to-child ratios and supervision standards at all times, including during transitions, naptime, and outdoor play; Assist Lead Classroom Teacher/Caregiver with: Provision of direct care and support in areas which have been taught utilizing a variety of developmentally appropriate methods and materials; Managing multiple projects, schedules and classroom/child activities; Planning activities and developing age-appropriate instructional and play-based materials; Preparation of materials, record-keeping (including daily logs of feeding, diapering, and naps) and other daily tasks associated with the classroom; Reinforcing developmentally appropriate behaviors for individual and/or small groups of children and monitoring children's ability to follow directions and behavior. Establish, model, practice and reinforce age-appropriate rules and logical consequences; Assist with the implementation of classroom procedures, systems and routines that provide structure for children and maximize learning and play time; Maintain charts and records related to children's development, health, and daily care; Assist with the preparation of required reports (including licensing and health/safety documentation) accurately and in a timely fashion; Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and organized classroom and diaper-changing/toileting area, including routine cleaning and disinfecting per licensing standards; Provide immediate, corrective and/or positive feedback to children regarding behavior and/or developmental progress; Maintain confidentiality of child records, conversations, discussions and classroom information; Maintain supervision and discipline in the classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher/Caregiver for short periods of time, while maintaining required ratios; Immediately report any suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with Mandated Reporter training and New Mexico law; Assist with emergency preparedness procedures, including fire, weather, and lockdown drills, per licensing requirements; Participate in required in-service training, ECECD Professional Development System coursework, and annual training hours; Meet New Mexico ECECD/Public Education Department competencies for the position; Perform other assigned duties on a timely basis.

Physical Functions:

Frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and crouch (including for diaper changing and floor-level child care); Occasionally required to lift and carry children and equipment up to 30 pounds; may lift up to 75 pounds with the help of another employee; Usually works on even surfaces, may walk on uneven surfaces outdoors during outdoor play/supervision; Exposed to various degrees of noise (children playing, activities, assemblies, etc.). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud; Works in close proximity of other individuals, including direct physical contact with children for care and safety purposes; Ability to adjust focus from various tools to include: computer, written assignments, typed material, and age-appropriate learning/play equipment.

Mental Functions:

Must be able to: Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form; Deal with children and parents in such a way to maintain their goodwill; Respond appropriately to child behavior in a developmentally appropriate manner; Respond appropriately to supervision and accept recommendations; Communicate verbally and in writing in English; Effectively present information and respond to questions from children, parents, peers and supervisor; Handle stress, work under pressure of deadlines, interruptions and frustrations; Handle difficult people and difficult situations; work on conflict resolution and problem solving; Remain calm and act decisively in emergency or health/safety situations involving young children; Organize data, information and disseminate to appropriate venues.

Essential Equipment:

Operate phone, computer, scanner, printer, calculator, etc.; Operate diapering, feeding, and other age-appropriate child care equipment and supplies; Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/11/2026 11:48:55 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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