26/27SY Paraeducator

Manchester School of Technology; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester School District in Manchester, NH, is seeking Paraeducators to support students across multiple grade levels, including special education settings. Positions span preschool to high school, with duties including assisting teachers and providing instructional support.

The compensation ranges from $18.04 to $18.57 per hour, with a full benefits package and a school-calendar schedule. Applicants should have related experience and meet minimum education requirements.

Qualifications

• Para-Educator I requires a high school diploma.
• Para-Educator II requires 48 credits or an associate degree or NH DOE certification.
• Experience with children in educational settings.
• Ability to instruct students in mathematics, reading, science, social studies, art.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers, coordinators, and specialists with instructional and clerical duties for students with disabilities.
• Perform tasks with limited supervision.
• Support instruction in comprehension, language, reading, math, and related skills.
• Prepare and develop basic teaching materials and instructional aids.
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Help students to and from transportation and during school breaks.

Skills

Math instruction

Reading

Science

Social studies

Art

Education

High school diploma

48 college credits / 2 years

Associates degree or higher

Job description

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26/27SY Paraeducator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5895810

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

Job Description

TheManchester School Districtoffers a full benefits package to all eligible employees including:

• Anthem Medical insurance
• Anthem Vision insurance
• Delta Dental insurance
• Company funded HSA for select Anthem health plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Company sponsored life insurance
• 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan
• Vision discounts
• Medical incentive rewards
• Employee assistance program
• Many more.

Compensation: Para I:$18.04/hr, Para II:$18.57/hr

Specific Core Function: Para-Educators are assigned throughout the Manchester School District, from preschool to high school levels, including pre-vocational and vocational levels. The majority of assignments include assisting students with disabilities and assisting in self-care of students. Some Para-Educators are assigned to work in vocational settings. The nature of the work requires that the employee establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and other employees.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Para-Educator I: Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Para-Educator II: Completion of two years of study (48 credits) at an institution of higher education or Associates Degree or higher or Paraeducator II certification from the NH DOE.
• Experience with children and adolescents in an educational setting.
• Must have ability to instruct students in mathematics, reading, science, social studies, art, and/or related subjects.

Responsibilities of the Position (Typical Tasks):

• Under general supervision, assists school teachers, program coordinators, and specialists in completing instructional and clerical duties and assignments involving students with mental, emotional, or multiple handicaps.
• Performs technical and/or service requirements requiring limited supervision.l>
• Performs instructional assignments with minimum supervision in comprehension and reinforcement skills, emotional, physical, developmental, language, reading, math, and related skills.
• Assists in preparing and developing basic teaching materials, instructional aids, and other support materials.
• Assists students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Assists students to and from transportation sources and during recess, playground, lunch, and other school periods.

Specified Length/Hours of Position: This is an affiliated (AFSCME) position under the Para-Educators negotiated contract, following the school calendar, with 6-8 hours per day, 30-40 hours per week.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Nancy Donahue , Assistant Principal
• Manchester School of Technology
• Email: [e-mail]