EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

KINDERGARTEN -FIRST

JOB STATUS:

OPEN

POSTING NUMBER:

00070366

SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-2027

CALENDAR:

Traditional

POSTING NUMBER

00070366

LOCATION:

388:

ZUNI ES

POSITION TITLE:

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

KINDERGARTEN -FIRST

JOB DESCRIPTION

Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation: Works with individuals and small groups in the classroom to reinforce material introduced by the teacher.

Serves as a model in developing students' language and behavior.

Collects, prepares and arranges resource material for use by certified personnel.

Operates support equipment and monitors testing or make-up work by students.

Maintains classroom records, prepares reports as requested by the classroom teacher or principal, scores tests, processes books, manages supplies and classroom equipment as needed.

Monitors student activities in classrooms, school grounds, hallways, lunchrooms, field trips, bus loading areas, etc.

Provides support for non-instructional classroom duties such as monitoring snacks, restrooms, clothing areas, etc.

Participates in parent-teacher conferences and home visits as requested by classroom teacher.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

DUTIES:

In addition to the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must perform the following duties: Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.

Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools.

Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.

Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations.

s the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.

Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.

Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.

Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility.

Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

The minimum expectations for this job are as follows: Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.

Knowledge of APS community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.

Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Experience with educational equipment preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

The minimum requirements for this job are as follows: High School diploma or equivalent

Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical examination

Licensure based on State Department of Education Regulation No. 90-5