Paraprofessional, General Education (HES)

ConVal School District; Hancock (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ConVal School District is seeking a Paraprofessional, General Education at Hancock Elementary School in Hancock, NH. The role starts immediately and reports to the Building Principal with supervision from classroom teachers.

The position offers a pay range of $18.25–$26.25 per hour depending on certification (Paraeducator I/II) and experience. Requires high school diploma and Paraeducator certification, with strong collaboration and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II - Certification is required.
• Experience with students with varied needs is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Motivated to work collaboratively with team members.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and assistive technology.
• Demonstrates organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum.
• Gathers, records data on data sheets and shares observations with the team.
• Supports school values and inclusive instructional practices.
• Informs classroom teacher and district staff of student progress.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.
• Prepares educational materials as directed.
• Creates substitute paraprofessional plans.
• Attends workshops and trainings as needed (7.25 hours of work per day).
• Works with students as assigned and solves problems within policy scope.
• Performs duties to support students and educators as required.

Education

Paraeducator I or II certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills & assistive tech

Job description

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1

CONTOOCOOK VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, General Education

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

REPORTS TO: 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 in multigrade classrooms.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum.
• Gathers, collects, and records data on data sheets; 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.
• Informs classroom teacher and other district staff of student progress.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all student information.
• Prepares educational materials as directed.
• Creates substitute paraprofessional plans.
• 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.
• 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.
• Makes independent judgments within the scope of respective job duties.
• 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.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

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).

Job Details

Job ID: 5985948

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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