District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

Location: Amherst Street Elementary School • Starting: 2026-2027 School Year

Pay

Pre-School, District Wide/Intensive Needs: $19.94 - $27.27 per hour. Placement is based on relative prior experience.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status, which includes either:
  • Associate’s Degree or equivalent two years of college,
  • Bachelor’s degree, or
  • Paraeducator II certification from the NH Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Paraeducator: Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist in implementing and reinforcing the instructional curriculum, help prepare and administer testing, and provide input to teachers, guidance counselors, and school administration regarding student performance. (Includes Title 1, Kindergarten, ELL, and Special Education roles.)
• Pre-School Paraeducator: Assist with students in the classroom by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for assigned age groups.
• Technical Paraeducator: Assist students in day-to-day operations of the assigned program by helping with assignments using provided materials and technology. (Includes Job Coach, Alternative Room, Science, Computer, Graphic Arts, and Health Occupation roles.)
• District Wide Special Education Paraeducator:
  • Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist with implementation of IEP goals and objectives pertaining to educational needs, social-emotional and behavioral development, and fine and gross motor skills to foster independence.
  • Assist with the physical and minimal health needs of children, which may include lifting, feeding, toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.