26/27SY Paraeducator

Young World Physical Education; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester School District in Manchester, NH, seeks 26/27SY Paraeducator to support students with disabilities across grade levels. The role involves assisting teachers, small-group instruction, and helping with self-care and transitions.

The position follows AFSCME contract, offers 6-8 hours per day, 30-40 hours per week, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, retirement, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Qualifications

• Para-Educator I: High school diploma required.
• Para-Educator II: 2 years of study (48 credits) at an institution of higher education or an Associate's Degree or higher or Paraeducator II certification from NH DOE.
• Experience with children and adolescents in an educational setting.
• Must be able to instruct students in math, reading, science, social studies, art, and related subjects.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, assist teachers, program coordinators, and specialists with instructional and clerical duties for students with mental, emotional, or multiple handicaps.
• Perform instructional tasks with limited supervision.
• Develop basic teaching materials and instructional aids.
• Assist students individually or in groups with lessons.
• Assist students to and from transportation, during recess, lunch and other school periods.

Skills

Experience with children

Instruct students

Education

High School diploma

Two years college / Associates degree

NH DOE Paraeducator II certification

Job description

26/27SY Paraeducator

Manchester School District Webster Elementary - Manchester, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Manchester School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5873331

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

Job Description

The Manchester School District offers 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.
• 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.

Application Procedure

The Manchester School District uses this Applicant Tracking on-line application platform, please visit our site:https://mansd.schoolspring.com/ The Manchester School District's website is www.mansd.org

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Emily LaCroix , Assistant Principal
• Webster Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]