26/27 SY Educational Assistant (Bilingual) (1033)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Successful passage of the Para Pro Exam or 48 college credits (three credits in reading, writing, math and six credits in teaching or education)
• Associate's Degree in Education preferred
• Ability to obtain a level three license issued by the NM Public Education Department (NM PED)

Bilingual Assessment

• To be considered for this position, applicants must successfully pass the Bilingual Assessment (English/Spanish) administered by the Bilingual and Migrant Education Department and submit proof of passing with their application.
• To schedule the assessment, please contact Geann Kilgore at gkillgore@lcps.net.
• Applicants who do not provide proof of successfully passing the assessment with their application will not be considered.

Eligibility Documents

• A Current Resume
• Transcripts and/or Para Pro Assessment Scores
• Completion of Bilingual Assessment
• Lateral Transfer Application (if applicable)
• A Current Resume (optional)

Salary Information

Salary schedule information can be found by clicking the link below:

https://www.lcps.net/documents/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules/239733

Background Check

An FBI fingerprint background check will be conducted on all new hires of the Las Cruces Public Schools at a cost to the employee. Continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check.

EEO Statement

Las Cruces Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.