Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional (Multiple Openings) - Pine Tree Primary School

School Administrative Unit #9 Pine Tree Primary School - Conway, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

Job : 5903898

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Conway School District

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:
Paraprofessional

QUALIFICATION S:

• Associate's degree, successful completion of two years of postsecondary education, or passing score on a state-approved paraprofessional assessment, if required by assignment or federal regulations.
• Experience working with children in an educational or related setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work collaboratively as a member of an educational team.
• CPR, First Aid, Crisis Prevention/Intervention, or other specialized training may be required depending on assignment.

REPORTS TO :
Building Principal and /or designee

JOB GOAL:
The Paraprofessional provides instructional, behavioral, and classroom support under the direction and supervision of a certified teacher and/or administrator. The Paraprofessional assists in creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment by supporting students' academic achievement, social-emotional development, behavioral success, and independence. Assignments may include general education classrooms, special education programs, intervention services, or one-on-one student support.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNTIONS :

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist certified teachers in implementing instructional activities and lesson plans.
• Provide individual, small-group, and classroom instructional support as directed.
• Reinforce academic concepts and classroom instruction using teacher-developed materials.
• Assist students in developing organizational, study, and independent learning skills.
• Support students during assessments, classroom projects, and instructional activities.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom resources.
• Assist with technology integration and educational software utilized within the classroom.

• Foster positive relationships that promote student engagement, confidence, and success.
• Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support consistent with student needs.
• Encourage independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance.
• Assist students with organization, transitions, and daily classroom routines.
• Support students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, field trips, assemblies, and other school activities as assigned.
• Assist with de-escalation strategies and behavior intervention plans under the direction of professional staff.
• Provide personal care assistance, including toileting, feeding, lifting, positioning, mobility assistance, and hygiene support when required by assignment.

• Maintain a safe, organized, and positive learning environment.
• Monitor students during instructional and non-instructional periods.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, buses, and other school settings as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining classroom organization, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Perform clerical duties including filing, copying, data entry, recordkeeping, attendance, and preparation of classroom materials.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and educational records.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, special education staff, administrators, related service providers, and other district personnel.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and training opportunities as assigned.
• Implement accommodations and modifications identified in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 Plans, behavior support plans, or other educational plans under the direction of licensed staff.
• Communicate professionally with staff and families as…