Paraprofessional

Openings as of 5/9/2026

Paraprofessional JobID:

2746

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Paraprofessional Date Posted:

5/6/2026

Location:

Dublin Consolidated School - Dublin, NH Click here to learn more about Dublin Consolidated School! Click here for information about benefits.

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT

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VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT POSITION TITLE

Paraprofessional, Special Education

SUPERVISOR

Principal and Director of Special Education, REPORTS TO:

Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher

SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday, 7.25 Hours a day

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 Prefer experience working with students who have varied strengths/abilities/needs Paraprofessional certification is required. The NH Department of Education (NHDOE) issues two main types: Paraeducator I (requires High School Diploma) and Paraeducator II (requires Associate degree/48 credits or passing the ParaPro exam). Both require passing a background check and submitting an application. 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. The Paraprofessional will implement, NOT DEVELOP, lesson plans provided by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Speech Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Psychologist and/or Consultants.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reads, understands and implements Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives as directed by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Speech Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Psychologist and Consultants. Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum. Gathers, collects and records data, on data sheets, related to IEP goals; 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. Inform Special Education Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, and other district staff of student progress. Attends, participates and integrates information learned in weekly Paraprofessional meetings, Special Education team meetings/conferences into classroom as directed. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all student information. Prepare educational materials as directed by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Therapist, Physical therapist, a Psychologist and Consultants. Create substitute paraprofessional plans. Prepare Medicaid paperwork (Waypoint billing). Attend workshops and trainings as needed. Carry over of learned behaviors and skill, including the use of assistive technology, throughout the daily schedule as recommended by the Special Education/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher and related service personnel. Work with students as assigned by administrator. Solve practical and clinical problems using learned techniques and skills, and within the scope of the current school district's policies. Make independent judgments within the scope of respective job duties. Proficiency in using a Chromebook and tools in the Google for Education Workspace. Read a variety of professional and educational journals and documents. Knowledge of punctuation, formatting, spelling, and grammatical skills, and be able to apply these skills to reporting functions if needed. Interact with people (staff, supervisors, general public, students, parents, and elected officials). Adaptable to performing under minimal stress in the event of an emergency or crisis. Performs school responsibilities as appropriate and/or assigned. Provide any other assistance to students, directly related to the position as assigned by Special Education Teacher, Classroom Teacher and Administration. Please include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, certification information, and three recent letters of recommendation The SAU 1 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other legally protected class in its programs and activities.