Special Education Para Educator II: Empower Students

School Administrative Unit 43; Newport (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Richards Elementary School in Newport, New Hampshire, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional II to support students aged 3 to 22 under the supervision of Special Education teachers. The role emphasizes delivering tailored instruction and assisting in small-group settings across reading, writing, math, and daily living skills.

The position features a 6.8-hour day, five days per week, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities to contribute to individualized education

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for New Hampshire Paraeducator II certification.
• Experience working with children in a school setting is preferred.
• Solid baseline skills in reading, writing, and math as part of student support.
• Familiarity with IEPs, regulations, and safeguarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Empower student learning: guide students individually or in small groups in reading, writing, math and life skills.
• Foster a supportive classroom environment with varied teaching strategies and behavior management techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers as a core classroom team member to support student activities.
• Utilize office software and educational tools to support classroom learning.
• Maintain trust and protect student confidentiality in a student services setting.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Mathematics support

Educational professionalism

Behavior management

Education

NH Paraeducator II certification

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Richards Elementary School in Newport, New Hampshire, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional II to support students aged 3 to 22 under the supervision of Special Education teachers. The role emphasizes delivering tailored instruction and assisting in small-group settings across reading, writing, math, and daily living skills.

The position features a 6.8-hour day, five days per week, with a collaborative team environment and opportunities to contribute to individualized education