Intensive Special Education Paraeducator

Young World Physical Education; Fairlee (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Intensive needs stipend

Job summary

Samuel Morey Elementary School in Fairlee, VT seeks an intensive needs paraeducator to provide 1:1 personal care and instructional support in basic academic skills for a student with significant needs.

The role requires collaboration with teachers and the principal, strong communication, and a willingness to work as part of a supportive school team. Training is available for experience gaps.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; may be eligible for Highly Qualified status under ParaPro criteria.
• 1 year experience preferred in related role.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 personal care and instructional support in basic academics (reading, writing, math).
• Support social, emotional, and behavioral skills; work collaboratively with teachers and specialists.

Skills

1:1 personal care

instructional support

Education

High School Diploma

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Rivendell Interstate School District Samuel Morey Elementary - Fairlee, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Intensive Special Education Paraeducator

Rivendell Interstate School District Samuel Morey Elementary - Fairlee, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5884947
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

Job Description

Samuel Morey Elementary School in Fairlee, VT seeks a caring, capable, and compassionate intensive needs special education paraeducator to provide 1:1 personal care and instructional support in basic academic skills such as reading, writing, and math, as well as instructional support in social, emotional, and behavioral skills. This position requires sensitivity and empathy for working effectively and supportively with an elementary-aged student with significant special needs. Prior experience working with disabled individuals is desired, but training is available.

The intensive needs paraeducator must work collaboratively with teachers, the principal, and special education service providers on behalf of their assigned student. The intensive needs paraeducator must work effectively as a member of a team, and demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills. Organizational skills are essential.

This position is eligible for an additional intensive needs stipend.

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $20 to $24 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Samuel Morey Elementary

Samuel Morey Elementary School is a preK-5 grade public elementary school in the Rivendell District.Rivendell is a preK-12 school district and serves three Vermont towns (Fairlee, West Fairlee and Vershire) and one New Hampshire town (Orford).Rivendell is located in the picturesque four-season Upper Valley near Dartmouth College and Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. The District also includes beautiful Lake Morey and Lake Fairlee and has a 37-mile hiking trail that connects the four towns.There are a number of higher education institutions close to our towns, including: Dartmouth College, Plymouth State University, Community College of Vermont, Norwich University, Vermont College of Fine Arts, and Goddard College.Teachers can opt into either the Vermont or New Hampshire teacher retirement program.

Job Requirements

• At a minimum, a high school diploma is necessary. Additionally, the intensive needs special education paraeducator must either already be "Highly Qualified" or meet one of the following criteria: have passed the ParaPro Praxis, have earned a minimum of 60 college credits, possess an associates degree, or complete a series of Title I training module to achieve "Highly Qualified" paraeducator status.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa Burbach , Director of Special Education
• 10 School Drive
• Orford, New Hampshire 03777
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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