26/27SY Paraeducator

Beech St Elementary

Manchester (NH)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 26,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Anthem Medical insurance

Anthem Vision insurance

Delta Dental insurance

HSA for select Anthem plans

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Beech St Elementary in Manchester, NH is hiring Paraeducators at Para-Educator I/II levels. Positions involve supporting students with disabilities across grade levels, with daily tasks including instructional support, material preparation, and student assistance during transportation and breaks.

The district offers full benefits and a structured schedule aligned to the school calendar. Starting date is Sep 2, 2026, with compensation listed as Para I: $18.04/hr and Para II: $18.57/hr.

Qualifications

Para-Educator I requires a high school diploma.
Para-Educator II requires 2 years of college (48 credits) or an Associates degree or NH DOE Paraeducator II certification.
Experience with children in educational settings.
Ability to instruct students in math, reading, science, social studies, art and related subjects.

Responsibilities

Assist teachers, coordinators and specialists with instructional and clerical duties for students with disabilities.
Perform tasks with limited supervision and develop teaching materials and aids.
Support students individually or in small groups with lessons.
Assist students to and from transportation, during recess, lunch and other periods.

Skills

High school diploma

Associates degree / 48 credits

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college / Associates or NH DOE Paraeducator II certification

Job description

26/27SY Paraeducator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5905599

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

Job Description

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

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