Educational Assistant Position
Mark Armijo Academy Charter School is seeking exceptional individuals to fill multiple Educational Assistant positions.
The Mark Armijo Academy’s mission is to provide a quality and relevant education in a community that promotes caring and belonging for all students, especially those who seek a more personal and innovative educational setting.
Duties -
- Collaborate with special education and general education Teachers to provide inclusive instruction for students with learning disabilities and language acquisition needs.
- Collaborate with special education and general education Teachers to develop and implement a plan to modify curriculum and support students accessing that curriculum.
- Provide direct services by working as a classroom assistant to multiple grades and subjects as determined by the student needs on their Individual Educational Program (IEP).
- Provide direct services to students in small groups and on an individual basis as determined by Special Education Coordinator and general education teacher.
- Actively participate in ongoing professional development
- Provide substitute teacher coverage for classes if needed.
- Participate in the management of students during the time that they are out of class and on campus and complete other duties as assigned.
- Preparation of classroom materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements -
- Valid New Mexico Level 3 Educational Assistant License or able to obtain one before employment
- Experience and ability to work with and understand the developmental nature of our young people with a focus on developing their assets.
- Experience with at-promise youth
- Ability to build authentic and meaningful relationships with students and families
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Ability to obtain an Educational Assistant and Substitute Teacher License (licenses are not required before applying for position)
Preferred Skills -
- Experience serving special education students as an EA
- Experience working with English Language Learners and/or Special Education Learners
- Bilingual Spanish
- Experience with Positive Youth Development and supporting the social and emotional needs of students
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