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• Preschool Assistant

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Elementary JobID:

5334

Position Type:

Classified Staff/ Prekindergarten/Preschool Educational Assistant Date Posted:

7/10/2026

Location:

Chee Dodge Elementary School Date Available:

SY2026-2027

Closing Date:

07/24/2026

Title:

Preschool Assistant•

Elementary Work Location:

Chee Dodge Elementary Work Hours:

7.5 hours/

Day Contract Length:

194

Days Minimum Salary:

$27,045.00

Maximum Salary:

$33,728.00 To assist the teacher of assigned professional in the daily activities of the classroom; assist students with lesson assignments and homework assignments and assist teachers with maintaining discipline in the classroom and assist with filing and various clerical duties.

Supervision Received and Exercised :

Receives general supervision from assigned higher level staff. Essential Function Statements

• Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist the classroom teacher or assigned professional in delivering course objectives and outline of course of study following state and District Curriculum guidelines or requirements.

Assist teacher in implementing lesson plan; grading assignments and record keeping. Maintain appropriate files and records, including attendance and grade records; attach all supporting documentation; ensure confidentiality of all records and files. Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts. Operate and care for equipment used int he classroom for instructional purposes; operate and care for various audio-visual equipment and operates various office machines to prepare classroom materials. Provide instructional support to students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments. Assist the teacher in teaching the rules of conduct; assist in maintaining order in the classroom and on the playground. Assist the teacher in maintaining a classroom environment conducive to age-appropriate learning. Assist in coordinating class field trips. Guide independent study, enrichment work and remedial work as established by the teacher, and in line with state and District curriculum guidelines or requirements. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Marginal Functions:

Under the supervision of the teacher, may counsel pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise; and discusses pupil's academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with parents.

Qualification Requirements Knowledge of:

Basic principles of early childhood development including human growth and development, and special education. Basic principles of classroom management. Modern, effective and innovative teaching practices and techniques. Modern office and?classroom equipment, including computers. Basic principles of student growth, development, and learning to enhance student learning and understanding. Basic clerical procedure, methods and computer equipment. Principles and procedures of filing. Modern office procedures. Basic record keeping. Cultural diversities of the local area.

Ability to:

Perform general clerical work including maintaining files. Operate standard office machines including a computer. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Communicate with and obtain feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding. Appropriately apply basic principles of student growth, development, and learning. Nurture, motivate, teach and influence children. Promote positive student behavior and a safe and healthy environment. Create a positive atmosphere conducive to promoting student involvement and self-concept, recognizing student diversity. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contracted in the course of work. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others. understand and respect the cultural diversities, and Native American traditional beliefs and practices, of students and their families. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

One year of related teaching assistance experience is desirable.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Licensure :

Applicant must possess a Level III Educational Assistant license from the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED).

Working Conditions:

On-site attendance is mandatory for this position. Classroom and field environment; work with computers, maintains same work schedule as teachers, or on a schedule established by supervisor. Physical Conditions Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting and standing and walking for long periods of time. All Applicants must upload a copy of your High School Diploma or equivalency. All Applicants must also upload copies of ALL college transcripts to verify hours. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 7/11/2026 2:37:51 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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