Paraeducator

Green Acres Elementary; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Company funded HSA for select Anthem (

Job summary

Green Acres Elementary in Manchester, NH, is seeking a Paraeducator to support instructional activities across grade levels, including special education settings. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, preparing materials, and supporting students with disabilities and in general classrooms.

Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are provided under the AFSCME agreement. Starting date is immediate, with 6-8 hours per day and 30-40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Para-Educator I: high school diploma required.
• Para-Educator II: 2 years of college (48 credits) or Associates degree or Paraeducator II certification from NH DOE.
• Experience with children in educational settings is preferred.
• Ability to instruct students in mathematics, reading, science, social studies, art, and related subjects.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers, coordinators, and specialists with instructional and clerical duties for students with disabilities.
• Perform tasks with limited supervision and support instructional activities.
• Support students individually or in groups to reinforce skills in math, reading, science, and more.
• Help prepare teaching materials and instructional aids as needed.
• Assist students to and from transportation and during breaks and lunch.

Skills

Instructional support

Disability assistance

Math instruction

Reading instruction

Education

High school diploma

Two years of study / Associates degree

NH DOE Paraeducator II certification

Job description

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Paraeducator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910693

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Manchester School District offers a full benefits package to all eligible employees including:

• Anthem Medical insurance
• Anthem Vision insurance
• Delta Dental insurance
• Company funded HSA for select Anthem health plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Company sponsored life insurance
• 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan
• Vision discounts
• Medical incentive rewards
• Employee assistance program
• Many more.

Compensation: Para I:$18.04/hr, Para II:$18.57/hr

Specific Core Function: Para-Educators are assigned throughout the Manchester School District, from preschool to high school levels, including pre-vocational and vocational levels. The majority of assignments include assisting students with disabilities and assisting in self-care of students. Some Para-Educators are assigned to work in vocational settings. The nature of the work requires that the employee establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and other employees.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Para-Educator I: Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Para-Educator II: Completion of two years of study (48 credits) at an institution of higher education or Associates Degree or higher or Paraeducator II certification from the NH DOE.
• Experience with children and adolescents in an educational setting.
• Must have ability to instruct students in mathematics, reading, science, social studies, art, and/or related subjects.

Responsibilities of the Position (Typical Tasks):

• Under general supervision, assists school teachers, program coordinators, and specialists in completing instructional and clerical duties and assignments involving students with mental, emotional, or multiple handicaps.
• Performs technical and/or service requirements requiring limited supervision.
• Performs instructional assignments with minimum supervision in comprehension and reinforcement skills, emotional, physical, developmental, language, reading, math, and related skills.
• Assists in preparing and developing basic teaching materials, instructional aids, and other support materials.
• Assists students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Assists students to and from transportation sources and during recess, playground, lunch, and other school periods.

Specified Length/Hours of Position: This is an affiliated (AFSCME) position under the Para-Educators negotiated contract, following the school calendar, with 6-8 hours per day, 30-40 hours per week.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.04 to $18.57 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mike Beaulac , Principal
• Green Acres Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]