2026-2027 Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs NMS Partners

Newport School District; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year to support students ages 3 to 22 under the supervision of Special Education Teachers at Newport Middle School. The role involves working with students individually or in small groups and providing basic instruction aligned with IEP goals.

Candidates must hold NH Paraeducator I/II certification (or eligibility); CPI/Safety Care certification; and demonstrate experience with diverse needs, autism,

Qualifications

• NH Paraeducator I or II certification or eligibility required.
• NH Paraeducator II certification required for elementary/middle positions.
• Experience with children in a professional/school setting.
• Current CPI or Safety Care certification.
• Knowledge of autism, emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Ability to support instruction with diverse strategies and assessments.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups under teacher supervision.
• Provide basic instruction and support developmentally appropriate skills.
• Support classroom environment and behavior management.
• Maintain confidentiality and adapt to varying schedules.

Skills

Collaborative skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Education

NH Paraeducator I/II certification

Eligibility for NH certification

Tools

Office software

Student database software

Student educational software

Office equipment operation

Job description

2026-2027 Paraprofessional - Specialized Programs NMS Partners JobID: 1131

• Date Posted:
  10/13/2026
• Location:
  Newport Middle School

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 withour 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
• 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.