Pierce School: 1:1 Paraprofessional

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

Job summary

Pierce Elementary School in Bennington, New Hampshire is seeking a 1:1 Paraprofessional to support students with varied needs under the supervision of teachers and administrators.

The role involves implementing established IEP goals, assisting with instructional activities, collecting data, and maintaining confidentiality; requires Paraeducator I or II certification and a High School diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Paraeducator I or II certification required.
• Experience with varied student needs preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow IEP instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support students under supervision of teachers and specialists.
• Implement established lesson plans and IEP goals.
• Record data and communicate progress to teachers and case managers.
• Support inclusive practices and use assistive technology as directed.
• Prepare materials and attend team meetings as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Motivated to work with students

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I Certification

Paraeducator II Certification

Tools

Assistive technology basics

Job description

Pierce Elementary School - Bennington, New Hampshire

Pierce School: 1:1 Paraprofessional

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $18 to $26 Per Hour

Pay Range: $18.25 - $26.25 per hour depending on type of certification (Paraeducator I, Paraeducator II) and experience

Supervisor: Principal and Special Education Administrator

Reports To: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

NEW HAMPSHIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT #1

CONTOOCOOK VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION TITLE: Paraprofessional, Special Education

SUPERVISOR: Principal and Special Education Administrator

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
• Prefer experience working with students who have varied strengths/abilities/needs
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II Certification is required
• 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.

Paraprofessionals work under the close supervision of a member or members of the instructional or administrative staff at all times.

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 regarding instructional strategies, expectations for peer behavior, peer interaction and inclusion.
• Informs Special Education Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, and other district staff of student progress.
• Attends, participates, and integrates information learned in Paraprofessional meetings and Special Education team meetings/conferences into the 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, a Psychologist, and Consultants.
• Creates substitute paraprofessional plans.
• Prepares Medicaid paperwork.
• Attends workshops and trainings as needed.
• Carries over learned behaviors and skills, 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 the 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.
• Knowledge of punctuation, formatting, spelling, and grammatical skills, and be able to apply these skills to reporting functions if needed.
• Interacts well with people (staff, supervisors, students, and parents).
• Adaptable to performing under minimal stress in the event of an emergency or crisis.
• Performs school responsibilities as appropriate and/or assigned.
• Provide 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).

Job Requirements

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