Paraprofessional II-Richards School (Shared)

Newport School District; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Newport School District in New Hampshire is seeking a Paraprofessional II to support students with special education needs under the supervision of licensed teachers. The paraprofessional will assist in district schools and, when appropriate, in alternative settings per each student’s plan.

Candidates should hold NH Paraeducator II certification and have experience with children in a school setting. Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills are essential to succeed in this

Qualifications

• NH Paraeducator II certification is required for both elementary/middle school positions.
• Experience with children in a professional/school setting.
• Requires knowledge in reading, writing, mathematics, behavior management, life skills, and educational professionalism to assist student instruction as specified in the state professional educator certification.
• The Special Education Paraprofessional supports the classroom environment by understanding the following: child development, learning styles, family influence, and instructional strategies.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Attention to detail

Education

NH Paraeducator II certification

Tools

Office software

Student database software

Student assistive learning software

Job description

Paraprofessional II

Hours per day: 6.8
Days per week: 5
Days per year: Days Remaining in contract

Position Goal:

The Special Education Paraprofessional provides student assistance for students 3 to 22 years of age under the professional guidance and supervision of Special Education Teachers. Special Education Paraprofessionals work in district schools and in some cases alternative settings per the student's individual education program. Special Education Paraprofessionals work with children individually or in small groups by providing basic instruction in abilities and skills developmentally appropriate to the student(s). Responsibilities may include one student or multiple students as assigned.

Reports to:

Special Education Teacher/Student Services Building Coordinator,evaluation in accordance with this job description.

Education, Training, Skills, Experience, & Licensure Requirements:

• NH Paraeducator II certification is required for both elementary/middle school positions
• Experience with children in a professional/school setting.
• Requires knowledge in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, behavior management, life skills, and educational professionalism to assist student instruction as specified in the state professional educator certification.
• The Special Education Paraprofessional supports the classroom environment by understanding the following:
  • Child developmental stages from birth to age 22
  • Various factors that might prohibit typical child development
  • Different learning styles
  • Family influence on childhood learning and development
  • Variety of teaching strategies
  • Necessity of sensitivity
  • Range of classroom and behavior management strategies
  • Variety of student learning assessments
  • Various approaches to instruction, and
  • Applicable laws, rules, regulations, and procedural safeguards.
• Requires demonstration of strong collaborative skills to work as part of a classroom team to support student/classroom learning and activities, problem solving skills to support student success, people skills in a service-oriented educational environment, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills to balance demands of a multi-tasking position, and technology skills in the areas of office software, student educational software, student database software, student assistive learning software, and office equipment operation.
• Requires excellent attention to detail and follow through to meet student and classroom responsibilities and significant confidential responsibilities due to student and staff issues. Requires the ability to maintain a flexible schedule and the physical ability to safely assist students with disabilities.