Paraprofessional

Applitrack; Francestown (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Contoocook Valley School District seeks a Paraprofessional to support students at Francestown Elementary School under the direction of teachers and special education staff. The role implements IEP goals and provides instructional support, while maintaining confidentiality and data collection as directed.

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom activities, preparing materials, attending meetings, and supporting inclusion and positive behavior in a collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing IEP goals under supervision.
• Ability to collect data and track progress.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and specialists.

Responsibilities

• Reads, understands and implements IEP goals as directed by teachers and specialists.
• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum.
• Gathers and records data related to IEP goals and shares with team.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Assistive technology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I or II certification

Tools

IEP data tracking

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Paraprofessional classroom aid
• Date Posted: 8/14/2026
• Location: Francestown Elementary School - Francestown, NH

SUPERVISOR: Principal and Director of Special Education

REPORTS TO: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher

PAY RANGE: $18.25 - $26.25 per hour depending on type of certification (Paraeducator I, Paraeducator II) and experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification is required
• Prefer experience working with students who have varied strengths/abilities/needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Positive, cooperative approach to problem solving.
• Motivated to work collaboratively with team members.
• Knowledge of basic skills of operating systems of computers and assistive technology.
• Demonstrate organizational skills.

SUMMARY: The Paraprofessional will assist, support and work under the direction and close supervision of teachers, administrators and other team members in providing educational benefit for students. The Paraprofessional will implement, NOT DEVELOP, lesson plans provided by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Speech Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Psychologist and Consultants.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reads, understands and implements Individual Education Program (IEP)goals and objectives as directed by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Speech Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Psychologist, and Consultants
• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum
• Gathers, collects, and records data, on data sheets, related to IEP goals; shares information, observations and insights with team members
• Supports and implements the school's values and practices regarding instructional strategies, expectations for peer behavior, peer interaction and inclusion
• Inform Special Education Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, and other district staff of student progress
• Attends, participates, and integrates information learned in weekly Paraprofessional meetings, Special Education team meetings/conferences into classroom as directed.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all student information.
• Prepares educational materials as directed by Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Therapist, Physical Therapist, Psychologist, and Consultants.
• Creates substitute paraprofessional plans
• Prepares Medicaid paperwork
• Attends workshops and trainings as needed (7.25 hours of work per day)
• Carries over of learned behaviors and skill, including the use of assistive technology, throughout the daily schedule as recommended by the Special Education/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher and related service personnel
• Works with students as assigned by administrator. Solves practical and clinical problems using learned techniques and skills, and within the scope of the current school district's policies.
• Make independent judgments within the scope of respective job duties
• Reads a variety of professional and educational journals and documents
• Knowledge of punctuation, formatting, spelling, and grammatical skills, and be able to apply these skills to reporting functions if needed
• Adaptable to performing under minimal stress in the event of an emergency or crisis
• Performs school responsibilities as appropriate and/or assigned
• Provides any other assistance to students, directly related to the position as assigned by Special Education Teacher, Classroom Teacher and Administration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Contoocook Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment based on age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. The District will provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities who otherwise meet the education, training and experience requirements specified in the pertinent job description(s).