Educational Assistant - Special Education
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Description: MCS is hiring for Educational Assistants for the 2024-25 School Year.Job Title: Education Assistant (EA)Department: Support staff (Elementary, Secondary, Special Education)Reports to: Principal, DirectorLicense requirement: Valid NM EA licenseContract length: 180 DaysSalary: Based on board-approved budgetThe role of an Education Assistant (EA) is to support the learning and growth of all MCS students. EAs work directly with classroom teachers and students, as needed. EAs also provide support to classroom teachers by completing various clerical tasks related to classroom instruction and function.Essential responsibilities:Support student learning in any way deemed appropriate by the classroom teacher Participate in staff and professional development as determined by the Director, Principal, or other leadership staffAssist with clerical teacher duties Be flexible with assigned duties - cover classes when needed Work with small groups at teacher discretion Other duties as assigned by the Director or PrincipalComply with all school policies and proceduresPhysical Requirements Work is performed predominantly in an indoor environment and requires frequent sitting, standing, bending, repetitive motion, vision to monitor, and lifting up to 15 pounds. Some outdoor supervisory tasks may also be required.Requirements: Level III Educational Assistant license from the New Mexico Public Education Department. Successful completion of background check and drug test.Additional substitute licensure is preferred. Start Date: 11/1/2024 Salary: $30,000 starting salary, DOE