District Wide Special Education Paraeducator - IN

City Of Nashua; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashua School District is seeking a District Wide Special Education Paraeducator - IN for McCarthy Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports instructional staff and students in special education contexts.

Placement is based on prior experience with a salary range of $19.94–$27.27 per hour. This position will require collaboration with teachers, aides and school staff to foster student independence and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Title 1 Schools require Highly Qualified Status (Associate's Degree or 2 years of college).
• Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification from NH Dept of Education is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation and reinforcement of instructional curriculum.
• Prepare and administer testing; provide input on student performance.
• Assist with IEP goals and objectives under teacher guidance.
• Support students with development and daily living skills as needed.
• Contribute to district-wide program delivery at McCarthy Middle School.

Skills

Instructional support

Communication with teachers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or 2 years college

Bachelor degree or Paraeducator II certification (NH)

Job description

District Wide Special Education Paraeducator - IN JobID: 12663

• Date Posted: 8/13/2026
• Location: McCarthy Middle School
• Date Available: 2026-2027 SY
• Closing Date: 8/17/2026 or Until Filled

POSITION: District Wide Special Education Paraeducator - IN

LOCATION: McCarthy Middle School

STARTING: 2026-2027 School Year

SALARY RANGE: Pre-School, District Wide/Intensive Needs $19.94 - $27.27

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 the Paraeducator 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.

The Nashua Board of Education reaffirms its position of compliance with applicable State and Federal laws of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information and age in admission to, access to, treatment in or employment in the services, programs and activities of the Nashua School District.