The Menta Education Group·Eunice, New Mexico
The Educational Assistant will provide academic and behavioral support to students within the classroom and Refocus Room. They are responsible for maintaining classroom safety, implementing behavioral programs, and reporting student concerns to staff.
As an Educational Assistant with RBT at The Menta Education Group, you will be responsible for working with classroom instructors and staff to offer targeted teaching and support to students in the classroom, as well as general support for all students in the school.
Provide academic support within the classroom Manage classroom and/or Refocus Room behaviors Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data Maintain classroom order and safety (Security) Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions Respond to emergency situations Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors Think quickly, independently, and tactfully
Registered Behavior Technician Certification Substitute Teacher Certification or Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required Background in education and/or behavioral health preferred Ability to operate tactfully under stress Flexibility to change in routines At least 23 years of age Able to work with high-risk special needs students
In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links: Compensation Information: https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/ Please refer to the "Clinical" section for this position's category Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit: https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
Candidates must hold a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification and be at least 23 years old. A background in education or behavioral health is preferred, and a substitute teacher certification or bachelor's degree is considered a plus.
Market context
Teaching assistant openings in New Mexico often reflect steady school support needs, especially for candidates who can meet state or accreditation requirements and handle active work with children indoors or outdoors. These roles can be competitive because schools look for energetic, dependable applicants, and the listed benefits include disability insurance, life insurance, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and certification support. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your qualifications and readiness for physical classroom support before applying.
