Paraeducator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem Medical insurance

Anthem Vision insurance

Delta Dental insurance

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

Job summary

Manchester School District - Weston Elementary in Manchester, NH is seeking paraeducators to support students across multiple levels, including preschool through high school, with emphasis on assisting students with disabilities and self-care tasks.

The position involves working under a structured contract with 6-8 hours per day and 30-40 hours per week, following the school calendar. A strong commitment to teamwork and student welfare is essential.

Qualifications

• Para-Educator I requires a high school diploma.
• Para-Educator II requires 2 years of study (48 credits) or Associates Degree or higher or Paraeducator II certification from NH DOE.
• Experience with children in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, assist teachers and specialists with instructional and clerical tasks for students with disabilities.
• Performs instructional and support duties with limited supervision.
• Assist in reinforcing skills across math, reading, science, social studies, and related subjects.
• Assist in preparing and developing teaching materials and instructional aids.
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Assist students to and from transportation and during recess, lunch, and other school periods.

Skills

Experience with children

Ability to instruct students

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree or two years of study

Job description

Paraeducator

Manchester School District Weston Elementary - Manchester, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Manchester School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5905605 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Oct 22, 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.

Application Procedure: The Manchester School District uses this Applicant Tracking on-line application platform, please visit our site: https://mansd.schoolspring.com/ The Manchester School District's website is www.mansd.org

Position Type: Full-Time

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

• Shawn Baskerville , Principal


• Weston Elementary


• Email: [e-mail]

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