Classroom Student Support Paraprofessional

Sau 39; Amherst (NH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sau 39 is looking for a dedicated paraprofessional at Clark-Wilkins Elementary School in Amherst, NH, to provide full-time support services to students. The chosen candidate will assist in instructional support, managing student behaviors, and maintaining communication.

An ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma along with strong organizational skills and a collaborative spirit. The role encourages ongoing learning and adapting strategies based on student and colleague feedback.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide instructional support to students.
• Willingness to learn and adapt based on feedback.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time support services to students.
• Work one-on-one and in groups with students.
• Collaborate with colleagues and accept constructive feedback.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Data collection

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

High School Diploma

College degree or paraprofessional certification

Job description

• Date Posted: 6/29/2026
• Location: Clark-Wilkins Elementary School

Job Description

The Clark-Wilkins School is seeking a paraprofessional to provide full‑time support services to students in our school.

An ideal candidate will be able to provide instructional support, manage student behaviors, collect accurate 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 school.
2. Must be able to work with students one on one and in groups.
3. Must be able to collaborate with colleagues, listen to feedback, and make changes to your approach to students/situations as directed.
4. High School Diploma required; College degree and/or paraprofessional certification preferred.
5. Have excellent communication skills, be well‑organized, reliable, independent, and willing to collaborate with students, parents, colleagues, and the community.

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.

Contact Information

Peter Cipparone, Assistant Principal
Clark-Wilkins Elementary School
80 Boston Post Road
Amherst, NH 03031
Email: [e-mail]