(ESY) Summer Extended School Para Educator II, Specialized, Preschool Position Available In Sullivan, New Hampshire
Tallo's Job Summary: The (ESY) Summer Extended School Para Educator II, Specialized, Preschool position at Newport School District Richards School in Newport, New Hampshire, requires NH Paraeducator II certification, experience with children, and knowledge in various educational areas. The role involves providing student assistance under the guidance of Special Education Teachers, working with children individually or in small groups, and supporting classroom activities. The position is part-time, with specific hours and days per week, aimed at assisting students aged 3 to 22 in their educational development.
Job Description
(ESY) Summer Extended School Para Educator II, Specialized, Preschool
Newport School District
Richards School – Newport, New Hampshire Job Details
Job ID:
5111371
Application Deadline:
Jun 01, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Apr 18, 2025
Starting Date:
Jul 7, 2025
Job Description
Paraprofessional II
Hours per day: 4
Days per week: 3
Days per year: 12 (includes holidays)
Pre-service Hours:
1
Position Goal:
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides student assistance for students 3 to 22 years of age under the professional guidance and supervision of Special Education Teachers. Special Education Paraprofessionals work in district schools and in some cases alternative settings per the student’s individual education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction in abilities and skills developmentally appropriate to the student(s). Responsibilities may include one student or multiple students as assigned.
Reports to:
Special Education Teacher/Student Services Building Coordinator, evaluation in accordance with this job description.
Education, Training, Skills, Experience, & Licensure Requirements:
NH Paraeducator I or II certification or eligibility for certification – NH Paraeducator II certification is required for both elementary/middle school positions
Experience with children in a professional/school setting.
Requires knowledge in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, behavior management, life skills, and educational professionalism to assist student instruction as specified in the state professional educator certification.
The Special Education Paraprofessional supports the classroom environment by understanding the following: Child developmental stages from birth to age 22 Various factors that might prohibit typical child development
Different learning styles
Family influence on childhood learning and development Variety of teaching strategies
Necessity of sensitivity
Range of classroom and behavior management strategies
Variety of student learning assessments
Various approaches to instruction, and
Applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedural safeguards.
Requires demonstration of strong collaborative skills to work as part of a classroom team to support student/classroom learning and activities, problem solving skills to support student success, people skills in a service-oriented educational environment, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position, and technology skills in the areas of office software, student educational software, student database software, student assistive learning software, and office equipment operation.
Requires excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet student and classroom responsibilities and significant confidential responsibilities due to student and staff issues. Requires the ability to maintain a flexible schedule and the physical ability to safely assist students with disabilities.
Position Type:
Summer
