2026-2027 Paraprofessional II - Specialized Programs NHS Partners

School Administrative Unit 43; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

School Administrative Unit 43 seeks a Paraprofessional II for Specialized Programs at NHS Partners in Newport, NH. The role supports Special Education students aged 3 to 22 under supervision of teachers, performing one-on-one or small-group instruction and handling diverse learning needs.

Hours are 7.25 per day, 5 days a week, with a full-time position. Certification requirements include NH Paraeducator I/II and CPI or Safety Care.

Qualifications

• NH Paraeducator I or II certification or eligibility for certification.
• NH Paraeducator II certification is required for elementary/middle school positions.
• Experience with children in a professional/school setting.
• Current CPI or Safety Care certification.
• Knowledge of autism, emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Knowledge of reading, writing, mathematics, behavior management, life skills, and educational professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide student assistance under the guidance of Special Education Teachers.
• Work with students individually or in small groups.
• Assist with developing skills developmentally appropriate for each student.
• Support instruction as specified in state educator certification.
• Maintain confidentiality and effective multi-tasking within a classroom setting.

Skills

Collaborative skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Behavior management

Life skills

Educational professionalism

Education

NH Paraeducator I or II certification

NH Paraeducator II certification for elem/middle

Experience with children in a school setting

Tools

Office software

Student educational software

Student database software

Student assistive learning software

Office equipment operation

Job description

2026-2027 Paraprofessional II - Specialized Programs NHS Partners

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Job Details

Job ID: 5912411

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Paraprofessional II - Specialized Programs NHS Partners

Hours per day: 7.25

Days per week: 5

Position Goal:

The Special Education Paraprofessional provides student assistance for students 3 to 22 years of age under the professional guidance and supervision of Special Education Teachers. Special Education Paraprofessionals work in district schools and in some cases alternative settings per the student's individual education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction in abilities and skills developmentally appropriate to the student(s). Responsibilities may include one student or multiple students as assigned.

Specialized Paraprofessionals work with our students with complex needs.

Special Education Teacher/Building Principal, evaluation in accordance with this job description.

Education, Training, Skills, Experience, & Licensure Requirements:

• NH Paraeducator I or II certification or eligibility for certification
• NH Paraeducator II certification is required for both elementary/middle school positions
• Experience with children in a professional/school setting
• Current CPI or Safety Care certification.
• Knowledge of a variety of special needs, including Autism, emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Requires knowledge in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, behavior management, life skills, and educational professionalism to assist student instruction as specified in the state professional educator certification. The Special Education Paraprofessional supports the classroom environment by understanding the following:
• Child developmental stages from birth to age 22
• Various factors that might prohibit typical child development
• Different learning styles
• Family influence on childhood learning and development
• Variety of teaching strategies
• Necessity of sensitivity
• Range of classroom and behavior management strategies
• Variety of student learning assessments
• Various approaches to instruction, and
• Applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedural safeguards.
• Requires demonstration of strong collaborative skills to work as part of a classroom team to support student/classroom learning and activities, problem solving skills to support student success, people skills in a service-oriented educational environment, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position, and technology skills in the areas of office software, student educational software, student database software, student assistive learning software, and office equipment operation.
• Requires excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet student and classroom responsibilities and significant confidential responsibilities due to student and staff issues. Requires the ability to maintain a flexible schedule and the physical ability to safely assist students with disabilities.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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