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Paraprofessional, General Education (PES)

Peterborough Elementary School

Occupation:

Teaching Assistants, Special Education

Location:

Peterborough, NH - 03458

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

10/26/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

SchoolSpring

Web Site:

www.schoolspring.com

Job #: 5971553

Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite

Full Time Schedule

Full Time

Job Description

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NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT

#1 CONTOOCOOK

VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION TITLE

Paraprofessional, General Education

SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

REPORTS TO

Classroom Teacher

PAY RANGE

$18.25 - $26.25 per hour depending on type of certification (Paraeducator I, Paraeducator II) and experience

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification is required Prefer experience working with students who have varied strengths/abilities/needs Strong interpersonal skills Positive, cooperative approach to problem solving Motivated to work collaboratively with team members Knowledge of basic skills of operating systems of computers and assistive technology Demonstrate organizational skills

SUMMARY:

The Paraprofessional will assist, support and work under the direction and close supervision of teachers, administrators and other team members in providing educational benefit for students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum. Gathers, collects, and records data on data sheets; shares information, observations, and insights with team members. Supports and implements the school's values and practices regarding instructional strategies, expectations for peer behavior, peer interaction and inclusion. Informs classroom teacher and other district staff of student progress. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all student information. Prepares educational materials as directed. Creates substitute paraprofessional plans. Attends workshops and trainings as needed (7.25 hours of work per day). Carries over of learned behaviors and skill, including the use of assistive technology, throughout the daily schedule as recommended. Works with students as assigned by administrator. Solves practical and clinical problems using learned techniques and skills, and within the scope of the current school district's policies. Makes independent judgments within the scope of respective job duties. Adaptable to performing under minimal stress in the event of an emergency or crisis. Performs school responsibilities as appropriate and/or assigned. Provides any other assistance to students, directly related to the position. Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, certification information, and 3 recent letters of recommendation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Contoocook Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment based on age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The District will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who otherwise meet the education, training and experience requirements specified in the pertinent job description(s).