Paraprofessional

About us

SAU 73 - Gilford School District is a medium business in Gilford, NH. We are professional, innovative, supportive and our goal is to cultivate a learning environment that promotes collaboration, innovation, critical thinking and self-direction.

Our work environment includes:

• Wellness programs
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Safe work environment

We are seeking an experienced, hardworking individual to join our team of Paraprofessionals at our school. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working in a school environment, but will train the right person. The Paraprofessional will support and accommodate student behavioral, academic, and physical needs to promote student success and a positive school environment. The Paraprofessional will support the delivery of effective instruction based on the specific needs of students while under the direct supervision of a certified educator. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with others, takes initiative, uses sound judgment, and assumes responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned by the principal or director of student services in accordance with district policies and practices.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• An Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in the area of education is preferred.
• New Hampshire Paraeducator certification preferred.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Public school

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever resigned from a prior position after a complaint had been received against you or your conduct was under investigation or review? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever been disciplined, discharged, or asked to resign from a prior position? If yes, please explain, including dates.
• Has your contract in a prior position ever been non-renewed? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever not been nominated for re-employment in a prior position or ever had your nomination for re-employment not be approved? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever been charged with, or are you currently being investigated for sexual abuse, misconduct or harassment of another person? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor (other than a minor traffic offense)? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever entered a plea of guilty or "no contest" (nolo contendere) to any crime (other than a minor traffic offense)? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever had a professional license or certificate suspended or revoked in any state, or have you ever voluntarily surrendered, temporarily or permanently, a professional license or certificate in any state? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Has any court ever deferred, filed, or dismissed proceedings without a finding of guilty and required that you pay a fine, penalty, or court costs and/or imposed a requirement as to your behavior or conduct for a period of time in connection with any crime (other than a minor traffic offense)? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Have you ever served time in prison? If yes, please explain including dates.
• Are you willing to undergo the mandatory criminal background check required for employment with us?

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person