Para Educator II- Special Education- Richards School-Kindergarten

School Administrative Unit 43; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Richards Elementary School in Newport, New Hampshire, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional II to support students aged 3 to 22 under the supervision of Special Education teachers. The role emphasizes delivering tailored instruction and assisting in small-group settings across reading, writing, math, and daily living skills.

The position features a 6.8-hour day, five days per week, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities to contribute to individualized education

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for New Hampshire Paraeducator II certification.
• Experience working with children in a school setting is preferred.
• Solid baseline skills in reading, writing, and math as part of student support.
• Familiarity with IEPs, regulations, and safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Empower student learning: guide students individually or in small groups in reading, writing, math and life skills.
• Foster a supportive classroom environment with varied teaching strategies and behavior management techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers as a core classroom team member to support student activities.
• Utilize office software and educational tools to support classroom learning.
• Maintain trust and protect student confidentiality in a student services setting.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Mathematics support

Educational professionalism

Behavior management

Education

NH Paraeducator II certification

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

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Para Educator II- Special Education- Richards School-Kindergarten

Richards Elementary School Richards Elementary School - Newport, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Make a Meaningful Impact Everyday: Join Us as a Special Education Paraprofessional II!

Position: Special Education Paraprofessional II

Schedule: 6.8 hours per day | 5 days per week

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping children discover their potential, overcome challenges, and thrive? We are looking for an encouraging, collaborative, and dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional II to join our school family. In this rewarding role, you will work under the professional guidance and supervision of our Special Education Teachers to provide vital assistance to students ranging from 3 to 22 years of age. Whether working in our district schools or alternative educational settings, you will directly support students individually or in small groups—delivering basic, developmentally appropriate instruction tailored to their Individual Education Programs (IEPs). Whether you are assigned to a single student or a small group, your presence will be the cornerstone of their daily success.

Your Everyday Impact

• Empower Student Learning: Guide children individually or in small groups through reading, writing, math, and vital life skills.
• Foster a Supportive Environment: Use a variety of teaching strategies, behavior management techniques, and instruction styles tailored to different learning needs and developmental stages.
• Collaborate for Success: Work as a core member of a tight-knit classroom team, using strong communication and problem-solving skills to champion student activities and overcome daily hurdles.
• Tech-Savvy Support: Utilize office software, educational tools, student databases, and assistive learning technologies to elevate the classroom experience.
• Maintain Trust & Care: Keep a watchful eye on detail, follow through on student responsibilities, and protect the significant confidentiality required in a student services environment.

What You Bring to Our Classrooms

Education & Licensure

• Certification: Must hold or be eligible for New Hampshire Paraeducator II certification.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven Experience: A background working with children in a professional or school setting.
• Foundational Knowledge: Solid baseline skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and educational professionalism.
• Developmental Insight: A deep understanding of child developmental stages (birth to age 22), different learning styles, family influences on learning, and factors that may impact typical development.
• Heart & Professionalism: A natural sensitivity to student needs, knowledge of applicable educational laws, regulations, and procedural safeguards, and the physical ability to safely assist students with disabilities.
• Adaptability: A flexible schedule, excellent organizational habits to manage a multi-tasking role, and a warm, service-oriented approach to education.

Why Join Us?

If you are looking for a schedule that aligns perfectly with the school year, a collaborative team that values your voice, and a role where you can watch students hit life-changing milestones every day, we would love to welcome you aboard.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• Must hold or be eligible for New Hampshire Paraeducator II certification
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required