Paraeducators (multiple openings)

Merrimack School District; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 23,295 - 28,543; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Insurance

NH Retirement

Leave Benefits

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

403 (b) Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A local educational institution in Merrimack, NH seeks a Support Staff/Paraeducator to assist students by implementing Individual Educational Plans under the guidance of a certified teacher. Responsibilities include providing academic support, ensuring communication with families, and accommodating students' needs. The position requires a high school diploma and experience with individuals with special needs preferred. A competitive benefits package is offered including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with special needs preferred.
• Further specialized training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students.
• Maintain communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Ensure a safe environment for students.
• Accommodate medical and physical needs of students.

Skills

Academic support

Communication skills

Collaboration with parents and staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Date Posted: 8/22/2025

Location: Merrimack Middle School

Date Available: ASAP

Position Type: Support Staff/ Paraeducator

Job Goal

To support students and to implement Individual Educational Plans and other prescribed plans, under the direction of a certified teacher or licensed professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support
• Maintain communication and collaboration with students, parents, and staff
• Provide a safe environment
• Accommodate students medical/physical needs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience and/or specialized training with individuals with special needs preferred
• May require further specialized training and/or skills in addition to specific school assignments

Hours per day: 7.25 following the school calendar with nights, weekends, holidays, and summers off.

Days per week: 5

Days per year: 183

Salary is based on experience starting at $16.91-$20.72 per hour depending on previous/comparable experience.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Medical/Dental Insurance
• NH Retirement
• Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403 (b) Plan
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Please apply online. Please include a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent, and/or college transcripts to your application.