District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

Nashua-School-District; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashua School District is seeking a District Wide Special Education Paraeducator at Charlotte Avenue Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. This instructional support role assists teachers, supports students with IEP goals, and helps manage classroom activities.

Starting immediately, the position offers a salary range of $19.94–$29.27 per hour. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; Title 1 schools require Highly Qualified Status with an Associate’s degree or two years of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Title 1 schools require Highly Qualified Status with either an Associate's Degree or two years of college, a Bachelor's degree, or NH Paraeducator II certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and reinforcing the instructional curriculum under teacher guidance.
• Help prepare and administer testing, and provide input to teachers and administrators regarding student performance.
• Support with IEP goals and related instructional needs for students across program levels.

Skills

Instructional support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or two years of college

Bachelor's degree

NH Paraeducator II certification

Job description

Charlotte Avenue Elementary School Charlotte Avenue Elementary School - Nashua, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

Job Details

Job ID: 5916745

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

POSITION: District Wide Special Education Paraeducator

LOCATION: Charlotte Avenue Elementary School

STARTING: 2026-2027 School Year

SALARY RANGE: Pre-School, District Wide/Intensive Needs $19.94 - $29.27

Placement is based on relative prior experience

QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED. Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status that would include either an Associate's Degree or an equivalent two years of college, Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification from the NH Dept of Education.

EXPLANATION OF PARAEDUCATORS JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Paraeducator: Under the direction of the classroom teacher theParaeducator assists in the implementation and reinforcement of the instructional curriculum, helps prepare and administer testing, provide input to teachers, guidance counselors, and school administration regarding student performance.

Title 1, Kindergarten, ELL and Special Education Instructional paraeducators fall under this category.

Pre-School Paraeducator: Assists with students in the classroom, by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for assigned age groups.

Technical Paraeducator: Assists with students in the day to day operations of the assigned program by helping them with assignments using the materials and technology provided. Job Coach, Alternative Room, Science, Computer, Graphic Arts, Health Occupation paraeducators are technical paras.

District Wide Special Education Paraeducator: Under the direction of the classroom teacher the Paraeducator assists with implementation of IEP goals and objectives pertaining to educational needs, social-emotional, behavioral development, fine and gross motor skills to foster independence. Assist with the physical and minimal health needs of the children, which may include lifting, feeding, toileting/diapering, and personal hygiene.

This posting should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive list of job functions or expectations associated with this position.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 141 Ledge Street
• Nashua, New Hampshire 03060
• Phone: [phone]