Educational Assistant- Special Education

Educational Assistant – Special Education

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

This posting is for the  school year at Lincoln Middle School (190‑day contract). The position is Educational Assistant/Substitute in Rio Rancho Public Schools.

Requirement:
Hold or be able to obtain a New Mexico Public Education Department Level 3 K‑12 Educational Assistant License and a Substitute License. Applicants must provide transcripts from a credentialing college/university or pass the paraprofessional exam administered by RRPS.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Level 3 K‑12 Educational Assistant License or ability to obtain it
• Substitute License or ability to obtain it

• Tier 1:
  General and Kindergarten assistants (e.g., Library, Ed Tech, Workroom).
• Tier 2:
  Assistants in Special Education settings, tasks may include feeding, cleaning, diapering, caring for catheter equipment, toileting, feminine hygiene, clothing changes, transportation in wheelchairs, and other daily living activities.
• Tier 3:
  Assistants in social communications, behavioral, cross‑categorical, or CBI programs; similar duties as Tier 2 and may work through lunch. Identified by Executive Director of Special Services.
• Assignments may include regular education, special education, librarian, nurse, or workroom duties.

• Assist teachers and professionals with preparation and delivery of instructional material.
• Conduct one‑on‑one and small group activities.
• Assist with student transfers and care tasks (food, hygiene, clothing, transportation).
• Support implementation of student goals and objectives.
• Manage and re‑direct disruptive or combative behavior.
• Supervise students in playground, cafeteria, restrooms, and hallways.
• Participate in staff meetings, in‑service training, and other school activities.
• Comply with New Mexico Administrative Code of Ethical Responsibility, RRPS Employee Standards, and all applicable regulations.
• Perform clerical duties and substitute responsibilities as assigned.
• Take on additional duties as needed during employment term.

Hours will align with district and school parameters under the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Provide the following documents:

• Transcript from each credentialing college/university, or a copy of High School Diploma or GED Certificate if no college credits.

Job : 5791563

Position Type: Full‑Time

Rio Rancho Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

• Jennifer Daddio, Principal
• Lincoln Middle School
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