Paraprofessional

Easterseals NH; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & 1&

PTO from day one

Holiday pay

403(b) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Easterseals NH is hiring Paraprofessionals to join our school-based team. You will work alongside a Special Education teacher to provide direct support to students with intellectual and developmental challenges in a small classroom setting.

This is active, hands-on work requiring compassion, reliability, and the ability to assist with daily living activities, communication development, and academic tasks. Hours align with school schedules, 40 hours weekly, year round.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Two years of practical experience working with children preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Minimum age 21.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and daily classroom routines.
• Develop communication skills and support student growth.
• Support regulation and safe classroom behavior.
• Help practice academic tasks with small groups.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Education

High School education or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

We're offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus! We are looking for Paraprofessionals to join our team! Come find your purpose and make a difference in the lives of others.

Job Description

We're offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus! We are looking for Paraprofessionals to join our team! Come find your purpose and make a difference in the lives of others. As a Paraprofessional in our small school program, you will work with a Special Education teacher to provide direct support to students in classrooms with 5 - 7 students. The children and youth we serve have intellectual and developmental challenges. In addition, many have experienced significant trauma. Developing nurturing relationships and supporting their growth and development is rewarding work. This is not a desk job. Expect and active work day. You will be making direct impact the lives of our students. Whether you are assisting with activities of daily living, developing communication skills, supporting regulation, or practicing academic skills, you will become a needed, trusted role model in this team-oriented position.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Minimum 21 years of age

Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 2:30pm OR 7am-3pm, The position is year round, full-time; 40 hours per week.

Compensation: $20.00-$25.00 hourly, based upon qualifications, related experience and education.

What’s in it for you?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation

EOE