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SAU 39; Amherst (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Souhegan Cooperative High School in Amherst, NH seeks an ABA Specialized Paraprofessional to provide full-time support to students in school and in the community. The candidate will assist students in accessing content, manage behaviors, collect data, collaborate with colleagues, accept feedback, and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Requirements include a High School Diploma (college degree or paraprofessional certification preferred); strong communication, organization,

Qualifications

• Belief that all individuals can learn and deserve opportunity to be involved in community.
• Knowledge of disabilities and high school curriculum, particularly mathematics.
• Ability to work one-on-one and in classroom settings.
• Collaborate with colleagues, listen to feedback, adjust approaches as directed.
• Experience in high school or community setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time support to students in school and in the community.
• Help students access high school content and manage behaviors.
• Collect data and collaborate with colleagues; accept feedback and adjust approach.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.

Skills

Paraprofessional

Special Education support

Collaboration

Communication

Data collection

Education

High School Diploma

College degree or paraprofessional certification preferred

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PARAPROFESSIONAL- High School:
Application due: Until position filled
Job Description:
Souhegan High School (SAU 39) is seeking an ABA Specializedparaprofessional to provide full time support services to students in school and in the community. An ideal candidate will be able to support students in accessing high school content, manage student behaviors, collect data, collaborate with colleagues, accept feedback, communicate clearly in writing and in conversation, maintain confidentiality and professionalism, and have a willingness to learn.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Have a belief that all individuals can learn and deserve every opportunity to be involved in their community.
2. Knowledge and experience with specific areas of disabilities and high school curriculum, particularly in mathematics.
3. Must be able to work with students one on one and in classroom settings.
4. Must be able to collaborate with colleagues, listen to feedback, and make changes to your approach to students/situations as directed.
5. Successful experience working in a high school or community setting preferred.
6. High School Diploma required; College degree and/or paraprofessional certification preferred.
7. Have excellent communication skills, be well-organized, reliable, independent, and willingness to collaborate with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.
Application:
Please include a cover letter and references.

ABA Specialized Paraprofessional

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5916347
• Application Deadline: Nov 15, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
• Posted: Sep 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-time
• Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Souhegan Cooperative High School

“All human beings are born with unique gifts. The healthy functioning of our community depends on its capacity to develop each gift.” Peter Senge ‘The LearningSince its inception, Souhegan High School has taken Senge’s contemplation to heart. We are as unique and different as each student who enters the doors and we take our obligation seriously. Our guiding documents place the individual at the center of our school and significant programs provide the foundation and encouragement for success. Included among our more unique initiatives are the following:Heterogeneous grouping and a commitment to inclusionTeacher/student teams at grades 9 and 10Extensive interdisciplinary planning and instructionDemocratic culture where students and staff have a voice in decisionsAdvisory groups that meet for twenty-five minutes dailyEach day we work to build an academic and social culture that is founded on respect, trust, and responsibility and prepares young adults from Mont Vernon and Amherst for their lives beyond Souhegan High School. We have a talented and caring faculty and staff who work tirelessly in their efforts to help each individual cultivate his/her unique gifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Amherst School District, Mont Vernon School District, Souhegan Cooperative School District and SAU 39 does not discriminate in its education programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, language, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetics or veteran, marital or citizenship status. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Genetics Information Nondiscrimination Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and RSA 354-A.

Job Requirements

• The application packet must include: cover letter, resume, application, values statement, original transcripts, proof of certification and three letters of reference. Interested INTERNAL candidates should submit the INTERNAL CANDIDATE JOB APPLICATION FORM with supporting documents.
  PLEASE NOTE:
  1. The School Districts of SAU 39 (Amherst, Mont Vernon and Souhegan Cooperative School Districts) only accept applications for currently posted positions.
  2. All applicants for certified, professional and administrator level positions must submit original transcripts and a copy of certification or statement of eligibility. All applicants must submit three letters of recommendation.
  3. Interviews will be scheduled with selected candidates on the basis of education, experience and available openings.
  4. Only those applicants who have been interviewed will be notified of the hiring decision.
  5. Any offer of employment is contingent on a pre-employment physical according to RSA 200:36 and criminal background check with the cost paid by employee in accordance with RSA 189:13-a.
  6. A completed W-4 and I-9 (proof of eligibility to work in the US) are required.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Indrani Ghosh , Human Resources
• 1 School Street
• Amherst, New Hampshire 03031
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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