What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Educational Assistant (EA) – School Wellness Room (K–8 Dual Language) position at Cien Aguas International School?
Hours: 20-32 hours per week (Flexible scheduling available within school hours)
Position Overview: We are seeking a caring, grounded, and organized Wellness Room Assistant to support our students in developing emotional regulation and mindfulness skills. Our campus is a vibrant K–8 Dual Language school, meaning you will work with a diverse student body spanning early childhood through early adolescence.
The Wellness Room is a dedicated, therapeutic space where students can take an intentional pause, reset, and learn tools to manage stress, anxiety, or overwhelm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Welcome students from grades K–8 into the Wellness Room, creating a safe, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed environment.
- Adapt regulation support to match the developmental needs of different age groups (from kindergarteners needing simple sensory resets to middle schoolers needing problem-solving circles or quiet reflection).
- Guide students through basic emotional regulation, mindfulness, or de-escalation techniques, providing support in both English and Spanish where possible.
- Maintain utmost discretion and student confidentiality.
- Keep accurate, organized daily logs of student attendance and room utilization.
- Manage and reset the physical space, ensuring sensory tools and resources are organized and available.
- Collaborate effectively with school administration and mental health staff.
What We Are Looking For:
- A warm, welcoming, and patient demeanor across a wide age span (K–8).
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are highly preferred to effectively support our dual-language student population.
- An independent self-starter who can manage the flow of the room confidently.
- An openness to learning new restorative, trauma-informed, and language-accessible frameworks.
- Strong organizational skills and reliability.
- Has valid NMPED Educational Assisstant license or ability to attain one.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Fluent bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish (oral and written).
- Active interest in health, wellness, and pursuing a future career in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
- Excellent organizational skills, discretion regarding student confidentiality, and a calm, welcoming approach with youth.
- Must successfully complete district background clearance requirements.
- Has valid NMPED Educational Assisstant license or ability to attain one.
Preferred:
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Education.
- Previous professional or volunteer experience working with K–8 children.
- Familiarity with basic mindfulness, sensory tools, or emotional regulation strategies.
Pay: $17.34 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 32.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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