0.5 District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Nashua School District is seeking a 0.5 District Wide Special Education Paraeducator at Bicentennial Elementary School. Starting October 13, 2026, the position offers a salary range of $19.94–$27.27 per hour, with placement based on prior experience.

This role supports instructional needs across SPED and preschool programs, including IEP goals and health-related duties as required. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; Title 1 schools may require higher qualifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status via an Associate's Degree or two years of college, Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification from NH DOE.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Paraeducator supports curriculum implementation and testing preparation.
• Pre-School Paraeducator assists with developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschoolers.
• Technical Paraeducator helps students with assignments using classroom materials and technology.
• District Wide Special Education Paraeducator assists with IEP goals and student needs, including health-related tasks.

Skills

Instructional support

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Two years of college coursework

Bachelor's degree (optional)

Paraeducator II certification (NH Dept of Education)

Job description

0.5 District Wide Special Education Paraeducator JobID: 12741

• Date Posted:
  9/28/2026
  
• Location:
  Bicentennial Elementary School
  
• Date Available:
  10/13/2026
  
• Closing Date:
  10/2/2026 or Until Filled
  

POSITION: 0.5 District Wide Special Education Paraeducator
LOCATION: Bicentennial Elementary School
STARTING: October 13, 2026
SALARY RANGE: Pre-School, District Wide/Intensive Needs $19.94 - $27.27
Placement is based on relative prior experience
QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED. Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status that would include either an Associate's Degree or an equivalent two years of college, Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification from the NH Dept of Education.

EXPLANATION OF PARAEDUCATORS JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Paraeducator: Under the direction of the classroom teacher theParaeducator assists in the implementation and reinforcement of the instructional curriculum, helps prepare and administer testing, provide input to teachers, guidance counselors, and school administration regarding student performance.
Title 1, Kindergarten, ELL and Special Education Instructional paraeducators fall under this category.

Pre-School Paraeducator: Assists with students in the classroom, by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for assigned age groups.

Technical Paraeducator: Assists with students in the day to day operations of the assigned program by helping them with assignments using the materials and technology provided. Job Coach, Alternative Room, Science, Computer, Graphic Arts, Health Occupation paraeducators are technical paras.

District Wide Special Education Paraeducator: Under the direction of the classroom teacher the Paraeducator assists with implementation of IEP goals and objectives pertaining to educational needs, social-emotional, behavioral development, fine and gross motor skills to foster independence. Assist with the physical and minimal health needs of the children, which may include lifting, feeding, toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.

This posting should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive list of job functions or expectations associated with this position.

The Nashua Board of Education reaffirms its position of compliance with applicable State and Federal laws of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information and age in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in the services, programs and activities of the Nashua School District.