2026-2027 Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs NMS Partners

School Administrative Unit 43; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Middle School in Newport, New Hampshire is seeking a Paraprofessional II for Specialized Programs (NMS Partners). The role is 7.25 hours per day, 5 days per week, with duties including direct student support and collaboration with Special Education Teachers.

Requirements include NH Paraeducator I or II certification (II for elementary/middle), experience in a school setting, CPI or Safety Care certification, and knowledge of autism and related needs.

Qualifications

• NH Paraeducator certification or eligibility as required.
• Certification II required for elementary/middle positions.
• Experience with children in a school setting.
• Current CPI or Safety Care certification.
• Knowledge of autism, emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Understanding of reading, writing, math, behavior management, and life skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic instruction in abilities and skills developmentally appropriate to students.
• Work with students individually or in small groups as assigned.
• Support classroom environment under supervision of Special Education Teachers.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student learning and activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and adapt to a flexible schedule.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Verbal & written communication

Education

NH Paraeducator I or II certification

NH Paraeducator II certification (Elementary/Middle)

Tools

Office software

Student education software

Student database software

Assistive learning software

Office equipment operation

Job description

2026-2027 Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs NMS Partners

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Job Details

Job ID: 5958013
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Paraprofessional II - Specialized Programs NMS 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 Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

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