Educational Assistant - Special Education (F/T) (Fisk Elementary School)

About the Role

To implement instructional activities and programs as directed. The role involves working with students individually, in small groups, or in large groups under the supervision of a teacher or specialist. Educational Assistants may support students in the general school population or those with identified special needs, including those with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Work with students individually, in small groups, or in large groups as prescribed by the supervisor.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of assigned children.
• Carry out instructional or developmental activities suggested by the teacher, specialist, or building administrator.
• Maintain competency and skills through professional development opportunities.
• Assist with personal care needs of students, if required.
• Obtain and maintain CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification, if expected.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduate (preferably with college experience).
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.

Pay

Hourly salary of $19.56, plus:

• $1.00 per hour for certification as a Paraeducator II or as a teacher from the NH Department of Education.
• $3.00 per hour differential for certification as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT).

Schedule

6.5 hours per day, 183 days per school year (2026-2027).

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated no less than annually by the building administrator and immediate supervisor(s).

Reports to: Assigned teacher(s). Confers with: Teachers, specialists, and building administrators.