South Meadow Middle School Paraprofessional, ILS program

Contoocook Valley School District; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 25,141 - 36,162; Part time

Job summary

Contoocook Valley School District is seeking a Paraprofessional for the ILS program at South Meadow Middle School in Peterborough, NH. The position involves assisting and supporting teachers in delivering educational benefits and implementing lesson plans.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, certification as a Paraeducator, and a cooperative approach to working with students who require varied supports. A pay range of $18.25 - $26.25 per hour is offered based on certification type and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students who have varied strengths/abilities/needs is preferred.
• Ability to implement lesson plans and IEP goals as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and administrators in providing educational benefit for students.
• Gather and record data related to IEP goals and share observations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all student information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Cooperative problem solving

Assistive technology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator I or II Certification

Job description

South Meadow Middle School Paraprofessional, ILS program JobID: 2792

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Paraprofessional
• Date Posted: 6/18/2026
• Location: South Meadow Middle School - Peterborough, NH

Supervisor

Principal and Director of Special Education

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 weekly Paraprofessional meetings, Special Education team meetings/conferences into 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.
• Carrying over of 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 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 with people (staff, supervisors, general public, students, parents, and elected officials).
• 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 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).