Paraprofessional

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

Job summary

Contoocook Valley School District seeks a Paraprofessional for South Meadow Middle School in Peterborough, NH. You will support teachers, assist with small-group instruction, and help implement provided lesson plans within a push-in and pull-out model.

The role requires a high school diploma, Paraeducator certification, and experience with middle-school students. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, with a collaborative, student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Paraeducator I or II certification required.
• Experience working with middle-school students.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Positive, cooperative problem-solving approach.
• Willingness to collaborate in push-in and pull-out models.
• Knowledge of educational technology basics.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted small group instruction during core blocks as directed.
• Co-supervise core instruction with Grade 6 teachers to support engagement.
• Assist with lab setup and student safety during science activities.
• Use push-in and pull-out models to ensure access to the general curriculum.
• Record observational data and student progress for teachers.
• Share progress with classroom teachers and participate in grade-level meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Prepare educational and lab materials as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Educational technology

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I/II certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/16/2026
• Location: South Meadow Middle School - Peterborough, NH

SUPERVISOR: Principal and Special Education Administrator

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 relevant experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification is required
• Experience working with Grade 6 or middle-school age students with varied strengths, abilities, and learning styles
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Positive, cooperative approach to problem solving
• Motivated to work collaboratively with team members in a flexible push-in and pull-out instructional model
• Knowledge of basic skills in operating systems of computers and educational technology
• Demonstrates 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.

Paraprofessionals work under the close supervision of a member or members of the instructional or administrative staff at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides targeted small group instruction and guided practice opportunities in secondary spaces during core blocks as directed by Classroom Teachers.
• Co-supervises core instruction alongside Grade 6 classroom teachers to support active learning and student engagement.
• Co-manages science lab blocks, assisting with lab setup, student safety, material distribution, and hands-on group supervision.
• Facilitates participation of all students in accessing the general curriculum using flexible push-in and pull-out models.
• Gathers, collects, and records observational data and academic progress related to priority content and skills; shares insights with classroom teachers.
• Supports and implements the school's values and practices regarding instructional strategies, expectations for peer behavior, peer interaction, and inclusion.
• Informs Classroom Teachers and district staff of student progress and skill development.
• Attends, participates, and integrates information learned in weekly grade-level team meetings into the classroom.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all student information.
• Prepares educational and lab materials as directed by Grade 6 Classroom Teachers and Administration.
• Creates substitute paraprofessional plans.
• Attends workshops and trainings as needed (7.25 hours of work per day).
• Carries over learned instructional strategies and academic support techniques, including the use of educational technology, throughout the daily schedule.
• Works with students as assigned by administration; solves practical classroom problems using learned techniques within the scope of school district policies.
• Makes independent judgments within the scope of respective job duties.
• Has 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 Classroom Teachers 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).