Educational Assistant-Computer​/Tech

Educational Assistant – Computer / Tech

Location: Bloomfield NM Central Primary School – Bloomfield, New Mexico

Position Type: Full-Time

Job : 5813071

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Supervisor: Teacher/Principal

General

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the principal and assigned teacher, the educational assistant performs primarily instructional tasks to meet the objectives and criteria of the specific program assignment. The assistant provides instructional assistance to individuals or groups of students in a computer lab, complementing classroom instruction with software applications and computer technology; provides written support and/or conveys information regarding instructional materials.

General classification of an educational assistant: One who is available in the classroom as a second supervising adult and works to assist students as defined by the program, performing such duties as reinforcing teacher‑presented lessons and skills, reinforcing concepts previously taught, instruction in English language development, cultural presentations, and other school‑related functions.

Supervisor responsibilities: A certified school instructor, administrator, or their designee assigns the educational assistant’s duties. The supervising instructor is responsible for the supervision and yearly evaluation of the educational assistant, and for the instruction and supervision of the students in the assistant’s charge.

Contract Days: 181

Contract

Hours:

6.5

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain an Educational Assistant License through the New Mexico Public Education Department.
• Experience in computer operation.

Sitting, standing, lifting, and carrying (up to 50 lbs), reaching, squatting, kneeling, and performing CPI restraints as learned in training.

• Assist licensed personnel in the school environment, including covering classroom when teacher is called away.
• Provide assistance with individual program materials.
• Assist licensed personnel with student discipline.
• Assist in maintaining student involvement in appropriate tasks.
• Instruct students to complement classroom instruction with a variety of software applications and the use of computer technology.
• Maintain computer hardware and software applications to ensure availability of instructional materials.
• Maintain computer lab equipment, work area, and manual and electronic files and records to ensure availability of items; provide written reference; provide a safe learning environment; and meet mandated requirements.
• Assist with supplementary work for students and supervise independent study in the school environment.
• Help maintain cohesiveness in the school environment.
• Display a desire to work with students.
• Serve as a role model.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Use current technology for instruction and management needs.
• Comply with the state‑approved Code of Ethics of the education profession and with state and federal regulations.

• Michelle Rhames, Principal
• Naaba Ani Elementary
• Email: mrhames.nm.us