Paraprofessional/Assistant Teacher FT-Bonus Eligible

The Home for Little Wanderers; Windsor; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Paraprofessionals to join their team at a renowned residential treatment center. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential support to students facing social-emotional and behavioral challenges. Your contributions will help create a nurturing and structured environment, ensuring students receive the guidance they need to thrive academically and socially. With a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and generous time off, this opportunity allows you to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Generous time off

Health and Dental Insurance

Extensive training for new staff

Tuition reimbursement up to $2,400 per fiscal year

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Employer-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human services required.
• CPI Training completion is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative assistance for students requiring support.
• Assist in managing student behavior and classroom routines.
• Engage in supervision and support of students in dorm settings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in education or human services

48 credits in education or human services

Job description

Description

The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

• Located on 450 lakefront acres in Hillsborough, New Hampshire, Wediko School is a residential treatment center offering therapeutic and educational services for middle and high school aged youth experiencing significant social-emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges.
• Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Assistant Teachers provide rehabilitative assistance for students in the classroom along with supervision and guidance of students in the milieu environment. They also work closely with classroom and special education teachers to model positive behavior, support classroom structures, and facilitate student learning. In addition, they communicate with dorm staff, supervisors, and school personnel to ensure the safety and structure of the residential and academic programs.

How You Will Be Making A Difference

• Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Teacher Assistants provide rehabilitative assistance for students who require social and/or behavioral support during the school day.
• Paraprofessionals assist Wediko School teachers to create an environment where standards for classroom behavior are clear and consistent.
• Paraprofessionals help teachers to provide consistent routines for managing all parts of students' independent and group work.
• The Wediko School Paraprofessional helps monitor students' progress and maintain records of performance.
• Establish and model appropriate working relationships with students.
• Assist teachers and program coordinators in managing student behavior within school and classroom structures.
• Actively engage in supervision and assistant teacher academy.

Therapeutic Milieu

• Provide a nurturing, safe, and consistent environment for students in dorm settings (direct care).
• Lead or assist in leading group transitions (breakfast, lunch, after school).
• Maintain consistent dorm routines in the morning, during meals, and other daily activities.
• Participate in dorm weekend on-call and overnight rotation.

Support

• Provide safe transportation for students.
• Support and assist members of school and dorm teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human services.
• NH DOE Para II licensure or assistance in obtaining it.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Satisfactory completion of CPI Training.
• Preferred: a driving record that allows for transporting students in Wediko vehicles.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to making a lasting impact, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off
• Health and Dental Insurance effective immediately upon hire
• Extensive training for new staff
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Abilities Required

The position requires walking the rugged campus terrain, participating in recreational activities, and the ability to bend, hold, and lift as per CPI behavioral management techniques.

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that our differences enhance our service quality. We aim to create a culture supporting these values, aligning with our mission to help vulnerable children and families build positive change.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities