Paraprofessional/Assistant Teacher - Hillsborough, NH

The Home for Little Wanderers, Inc.; Windsor (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off including up to 15?

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer"s

Disability Insurance

And more!

Job summary

Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Assistant Teachers provide rehabilitative support to students with social, behavioral and academic needs in a residential/educational setting, collaborating with teachers and dorm staff. The role emphasizes modeling positive behavior, maintaining routines, and ensuring safety.

The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a benefits package, including training, tuition reimbursement, and retirement options for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human service field.
• NH DOE Para II licensure or pursuing license with support.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and work independently.
• CPI training is required.
• Valid driver ability for student transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative assistance for students during the school day.
• Assist teachers in creating a consistent classroom environment.
• Support routines for independent and group work.
• Monitor student progress and maintain records.
• Ensure safety and structure in residential and academic settings.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

CPI Training

Education

Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human service

NH DOE Para II licensure or will assist in obtaining license

Job description

Paraprofessional/Assistant Teacher - Bonus Eligible

Job Category: Educational

• Full-Time

Locations

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Windsor, NH 03244, USA

Description

This position is bonus eligible!

Located on 450 lakefront acres in Hillsborough, New Hampshire, Wediko School is a residential treatment center offering therapeutic and educational services for middle and high school aged youth experiencing significant social-emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges.

Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Assistant Teachers provid e rehabilitative assistance f or students in the classroom along with supervision and guidance of students in the milieu environment. They also work closely with classroom and special educa tion teac hers to m odel positive behavior , support classroom structures, and facilita te student learning. In addition, they communicate with dorm staff, supervisors, and school personnel to ensure the safety and structures of the residential and academic p rograms.

How You Will Be Making A Difference

• Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Teacher Assistants provide rehabilitative assistance for students who require social and/or behavioral support during the school day.
• Paraprofessionals assist Wediko School teachers as they create an environment where standards for classroom behavior are clear and consistent.
• Paraprofessionals help Wediko School teachers to provide consistent routines for managing all parts of students’ independent and group work.
• The Wediko School Paraprofessional helps teachers to monitor learning progress closely and maintain records of students’ performance.
• Establish and model appropriate working relationships with Wediko School students.
• Assist Wediko School teachers and program coordinators to manage student behavior within school and classroom structures.
• Actively engage in supervision and assistant teacher academy.
• Provide a nurturing, safe, and consistent environment for Wediko School students in dorm setting (direct care)
• Paraprofessionals lead group transitions or assist in leading group transitions (breakfast, lunch, and after school)
• Provide consistent Wediko School dorm structures in morning wake-up, breakfast, and lunchtime routines
• Be a part of the Wediko School dorm weekend on-call and asleep overnight rotation

Support

• The Wediko School Paraprofessional will provide safe transportation for students
• Paraprofessionals support and help members of school and dorm teams

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human service field of study.
• NH DOE Para II licensure or will assist in process of obtaining license.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Satisfactory completion of CPI Training required.
• Preferred driving record that allows for the transportation of students in Wediko vehicles.

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

Abilities Required

The position requires the ability to walk the rugged terrain of the Wediko NH campus, an active wooded setting; Wediko School Paraprofessionals will be playing sports and participating in indoor recreational activities with students. The ability to bend, hold and lift is also required as indicated by CPI behavioral management techniques.

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

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