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Farmington Area Public Schools

Early Learning Assistant - Tiger Preschool

Pay: $21.30/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Farmington, NM (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.

$34,705 / year median in New Mexico

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

JobID:

8702

Position Type:

Community Education Assistants/Instructors/Early Learning Assistant Instructor Date Posted:

7/29/2026

Location:

Tiger Legacy & Learning Center (TLLC)

Closing Date:

Open until filled Early Learning Asst. -Tiger Preschool

TLLC 8.4.26

Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 8:30am-12:00pm $21.30

Job Summary:

Assistants are an integral part of the Farmington Community Education Early Learning programs. Assistants are active team members in our classrooms, providing support through engagement with learners and their families, and by assisting in the preparation of our spaces and materials. Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following: Assist the early learning teacher in preparing and maintaining classrooms and other program spaces and in monitoring program equipment, material, and supplies. Assist the teacher with student tracking. I.e. Attendance, Teaching Strategies Gold Attend and assist with parent/teacher conferences. Interact with parents/guardians and children with positivity and kindness. Listen to and talk with children, engaging them in program activities and play. Participate as an active team member in the delivery and evaluation of the program's goals. Participate in professional development activities. Assist in maintaining a positive and safe environment for all participants and staff. Understand, follow, and implement the policies and procedures of Farmington Community Education and ISD 192.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High School Graduate. Six months or more experience working with or caring for children in early childhood. Demonstrated maturity and good communication skills with children. Sensitivity and tolerance for individuals from diverse cultures and life situations. Knowledge of the developmental needs of children in early childhood. Experience implementing age-appropriate activities in a similar professional environment. Must demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with parents/guardians and school staff. Not full benefit Eligible ESST benefit Employees in Minnesota are entitled to earned sick and safe time under Minnesota Statutes § 181.9447, subdivision 9, a form of paid leave