District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

About the role

Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the Paraeducator assists with implementation of IEP goals and objectives pertaining to educational needs, social-emotional, behavioral development, fine and gross motor skills to foster independence. Assists with the physical and minimal health needs of the children, which may include lifting, feeding, toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status that would include either an Associate's Degree or an equivalent two years of college, Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification from the NH Dept of Education

Responsibilities

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

Pay

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