Part-Time Educational Assistant (EA) - School Wellness Room (K-8 Dual Language) Cien Aguas International School - 4.2 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Part-time | Contract $17.34 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Spanish English High school diploma or GED Experience working with children

Full Job Description Hours:

20-32 hours per week (Flexible scheduling available within school hours)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a caring, grounded, and organized Wellness Room Assistant to support our students in developing emotional regulation and mindfulness skills. Our campus is a vibrant K-8 Dual Language school , meaning you will work with a diverse student body spanning early childhood through early adolescence. The Wellness Room is a dedicated, therapeutic space where students can take an intentional pause, reset, and learn tools to manage stress, anxiety, or overwhelm.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcome students from grades K-8 into the Wellness Room, creating a safe, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed environment. Adapt regulation support to match the developmental needs of different age groups (from kindergarteners needing simple sensory resets to middle schoolers needing problem-solving circles or quiet reflection). Guide students through basic emotional regulation, mindfulness, or de-escalation techniques, providing support in both English and Spanish where possible. Maintain utmost discretion and student confidentiality. Keep accurate, organized daily logs of student attendance and room utilization. Manage and reset the physical space, ensuring sensory tools and resources are organized and available. Collaborate effectively with school administration and mental health staff.

What We Are Looking For:

A warm, welcoming, and patient demeanor across a wide age span (K-8). Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are highly preferred to effectively support our dual-language student population. An independent self-starter who can manage the flow of the room confidently. An openness to learning new restorative, trauma-informed, and language-accessible frameworks. Strong organizational skills and reliability. Has valid NMPED Educational Assisstant license or ability to attain one.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma/GED Fluent bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish (oral and written). Active interest in health, wellness, and pursuing a future career in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. Excellent organizational skills, discretion regarding student confidentiality, and a calm, welcoming approach with youth. Must successfully complete district background clearance requirements. Has valid NMPED Educational Assisstant license or ability to attain one.

Preferred:

Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Education. Previous professional or volunteer experience working with K-8 children. Familiarity with basic mindfulness, sensory tools, or emotional regulation strategies.

Pay:

$17.34 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 32.0 per week

Work Location:

In person