Paraprofessional (FES)

Contoocook Valley Reg School District; Francestown (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Contoocook Valley Reg School District is seeking a Paraprofessional for Special Education to support students under supervision of teachers and specialists. You will implement IEP goals, assist in classroom activities, and help ensure access to the general curriculum with appropriate instructional strategies.

The role requires paraeducator certification and a high school diploma, plus collaborative teamwork and strong organizational skills to coordinate data and materials for student progress

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II certification is required.
• Experience with students with varied needs is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Positive, cooperative approach to problem solving and collaboration with team is needed.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and assistive technology is helpful.
• Demonstrated organizational skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Reads, understands and implements IEP goals as directed by the Special Education team.
• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum.
• Maintains data and records related to IEP goals and shares observations with team.
• Supports implementation of school instructional strategies and inclusion.
• Prepares educational materials as directed by special education staff and consultants.
• Attends paraprofessional and special education meetings as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Motivated to work with team

Positive cooperative attitude

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification

Tools

Assistive technology basics

Computer skills

Job description

Francestown Elementary School Francestown Elementary School - Francestown, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Paraprofessional (FES)

Job Details

Job ID: 5893269

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1

CONTOOCOOK VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Special Education

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 regardinginstructional strategies, expectations for peer behavior, peer interactionand 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/conferencesinto 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).

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification is required
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required