Paraprofessional, General Education (PES)

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

Job summary

The Contoocook Valley School District seeks a Paraprofessional in General Education to support students under teacher supervision. This full-time role emphasizes assisting with curriculum access, data collection, and inclusive practices.

Qualified candidates hold a High School Diploma and Paraeducator certification, bring strong interpersonal skills, and are motivated to collaborate with a team while maintaining student confidentiality and using assistive technology as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Facilitates participation of students in accessing the general curriculum.
• Gathers, records data on data sheets and shares observations with team.
• Supports school values and inclusive instructional practices.
• Informs classroom 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 per day.
• Works with students as assigned; uses approved policies and routines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Organization skills

Confidentiality awareness

Assistive technology familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I or II Certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Assistive technology

Job description

Paraprofessional, General Education (PES)

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5971553

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 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, 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.

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.

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

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