Pierce School: 1:1 Paraprofessional

Applitrack; Bennington (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Contoocook Valley School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to assist under the supervision of teachers and specialists to support students. You will implement provided lesson plans and help students access the general curriculum with close collaboration from the educational team.

The role requires Paraeducator I or II certification, a high school diploma, strong interpersonal skills, and a cooperative approach to problem solving; familiarity with assistive technology is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer experience with students with diverse needs.
• Paraeducator I or Paraeducator II certification required.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.
• Positive, cooperative problem solving approach.
• Motivation to work collaboratively with the team.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and basic computer skills.
• Good organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist under supervision of teachers and administrators to support IEP goals.
• Facilitate student participation in the general curriculum.
• Collect data on IEP goals and share with team.
• Support school values and inclusive instructional practices.
• Report student progress to case managers and teachers.
• Attend paraprofessional and special education meetings when directed.
• Prepare educational materials as assigned.
• Develop substitute paraprofessional plans and assist with Medicaid paperwork.
• Support students using assistive technology and adapt to daily schedule.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Organizational skills

Assistive technology awareness

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Assistive technology

Basic computer literacy

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Paraprofessional
  

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).