Middle School Paraeducators

District Wide

Barrington (NH)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

School Administrative Unit 74 District Wide in Barrington, New Hampshire seeks a caring paraeducator for the 2026-27 school year to support students with disabilities across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. The role collaborates with special education staff to foster an inclusive learning environment and empower all students to succeed.

Requirements include a high school diploma (or equivalent) and preferably NHDOE Paraeducator certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred NHDOE Paraeducator I or II certification or eligibility.
Experience and other qualifications as specified by the Superintendent.

Responsibilities

Assist in instruction of reading, mathematics and writing as determined by the special education teacher or related service provider.
Perform curriculum skills in courses including social studies, science, and specials (PE, music, art, computer) under supervision.
Use a variety of technologies, including assistive technologies, to help students develop reading, writing, and learning skills.
Demonstrate knowledge of developmental stages age 3–15 and various risk factors that affect development.
Be sensitive to diversity in cultures, lifestyles, and values; observe applicable laws and safeguards.
Assist with maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment and organize materials to support teaching and learning.
Support students’ independence and effective problem solving; adapt materials and equipment for learning needs.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NHDOE Paraeducator I or II certification/eligibility

Experience as Paraeducator

Tools

Assistive Technology

Job description

Middle School Paraeducators

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890348
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

BARRINGTONSCHOOL DISTRICT

2025-26 School Year

POSITION TITLE: Paraeducator,Barrington School District

The Barrington School District is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-centered Special Education Paraprofessional for the 2026-27 school year. This position supports students with disabilities across a range of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs and is instrumental in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students feel empowered to succeed.

JOB GOAL: To assistchildren with significant needs such as: spectrum disorders, multiple handicaps, emotional disorders,cognitive disorders, and/or health needs in deliveringinstruction as determined by the special education teacher .

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Minimum education of High School Diploma or equivalent

2. Preferred: NHDOE certification or eligibility in Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II

4. Experience and other qualifications as specified by the Superintendent

REPORTS TO: Special Education Building Coordinator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in instruction of reading,mathematics and writing as determined by the special education teacher or related service provider
Perform curriculum skills as related to all courses including, but not limited to, social studies, science, and specials such as physical education, music, art, and computer under the supervision of a professional educator
Use a variety of technologies, including assistive technologies, to help students develop reading, writing, and learning skills;
As relating to supporting the classroom environment, the para-educator shall demonstrate the knowledge:

Of the developmental stages through which children progress from age 3-15;
Of various risk factors that might prohibit or impede typical development;
That students have different learning styles;
Of the influence that families have on childhood learning and development;
Of a variety of teaching strategies that teachers may use;
Of the necessity to be sensitive to diversity in cultural heritages, lifestyles, and value systems among children, youth and families;
Of the applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedural safeguards that must be observed in educational environments;
Of a range of classroom and behavior management strategies that a teacher might use to create a climate conducive to learning;
That student learning needs may be assessed in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, observation, conversation, testing, and analysis of the work of students; and
Of the various approaches to reading, writing, and mathematics that are used in schools.

As relating to supporting the classroom environment, the para-educator shall demonstrate the ability, under supervision of a professional, to:

Assist in maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment that follows prescribed policy and procedures;
Use strategies and techniques for facilitating the integration of individuals with exceptional learning needs into various settings;
Prepare and organize materials to support teaching and learning;
Use strategies that promote students’ independence;
Function in a manner that demonstrates the ability to use effective problem solving, engage in flexible thinking, employ appropriate conflict management techniques and analyze one’s own personal strengths and preferences;
Use and adapt a variety of developmentally and age appropriate materials and equipment, including assistive technology, to support students’ learning;
Use approaches such as, but not limited to, modifying the learning environment, implementing district or building behavior programs and implementing individual behavior plans in order to manage individual student’s behavior;
Use strategies that support students’ appropriate social skills;
Communicate, follow instructions and use problem-solving and other skills that will enable the individual to work as an effective member of the instructional team;
Carry out assessment activities to collect and document objective information about the students’ strengths and needs;
Assist with maintaining student records including using any technology employed by the district;
Seek help from appropriate sources; and
Support the instructional choices made for students.

Under the direction of a professional educator, behaviorist, or psychologist, implement individual behavior plan(s)
Under the direction of a professional educator and behaviorist, implement discreet trails
Use appropriate social interactions in various group settings
Have a clear understanding of professional ethics, including the need to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, and families, and the legal rights and responsibilities of school staff and students;

OTHER: Perform any additional duties as requested by the Special Education Building Coordinator or designee, which are consistent with the effective and orderly operation of this position and theBarrington School District goals and mission.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

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