Educational Assistant

Educational Assistant

Salary

$33,280.00 Annually

Location

Albuquerque, NM

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

2700028

Department

Family & Community Services

Division

FC-Play Plus

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit

OT

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Position Summary

Develop and implement educational and recreational activities at assigned Playground Recreation Program sites; ensure the safety and physical well-being of the children and provide responsible support to higher level staff.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

This is an unclassified, at-will position designated as part-time and temporary, with a maximum term of two (2) years from the date of hire. Employment will automatically conclude two (2) years from the date of hire in accordance with City policy.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Participate in the planning and provisions of appropriate educational activities to develop the social, emotional and cognitive abilities of young children; work with children to improve all developmental skills.
• Assist in assessing the progress and needs of children; confer with appropriate staff any educational concerns.
• Assist in the arrangement of indoor and outdoor environments to facilitate developmental learning.
• Provide a safe and healthy learning environment both indoors and outdoors; assist in ordering and maintaining material for educational activities.
• Provide assistance and information for program participants.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform Recreation Leader duties as necessary and/or assigned.
• Perform other job related duties as necessary and/or assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED and supplemented by forty-eight (48) credit hours from an accredited college or university to include fifteen (15) non-remedial hours in Math and English.

Possession of a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operators Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental:

Classroom and outdoor environments; exposure to communicable diseases and noise.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for waling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting.

Total Rewards. Total You.

The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!

Paid holidays? Check

Paid parental leave? Check

Paid birthdays off? Check

Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check

Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.

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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED? (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts)]

• Yes
• No

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Have you successfully completed at least forty-eight (48) credit hours from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

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Have you successfully completed at least fifteen (15) non-remedial credit hours in Math and English?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a valid New Mexico Drivers License, or have the ability to obtain by date of hire (attach a copy of your Drivers License)?

• Yes
• No

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I acknowledge that I am applying for an unclassified at-will position. Interviews may or may not be conducted as unclassified positions can be appointed.

• Yes
• No

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Employer City of Albuquerque

Address 400 Marquette N.W.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone 505 768-3700

Website http://CABQ.GOV