Paraprofessional/Assistant Teacher - Hillsborough, NH

The Home for Little Wanderers • Hillsborough, NH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Wediko School is a residential treatment center located on 450 lakefront acres in Hillsborough, New Hampshire, providing therapeutic and educational services for middle and high school aged youth facing significant social-emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges. Paraprofessionals/Assistant Teachers at Wediko School offer rehabilitative assistance to students in the classroom and provide supervision and guidance in the milieu environment. They collaborate with classroom and special education teachers to promote positive behavior, uphold classroom structures, and support student learning. Additionally, they communicate with dorm staff, supervisors, and school personnel to maintain the safety and structure of both residential and academic programs.

Requirements

• Associate degree or 48 credits in education or human service field of study.
• NH DOE Para II licensure or willingness to assist in the process of obtaining the license.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Satisfactory completion of CPI Training required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred driving record that allows for the transportation of students in Wediko vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative assistance for students requiring social and/or behavioral support during the school day.
• Assist teachers in creating an environment with clear and consistent standards for classroom behavior.
• Help teachers provide consistent routines for managing all aspects of students’ independent and group work.
• Monitor learning progress closely and maintain records of students’ performance.
• Establish and model appropriate working relationships with students.
• Assist teachers and program coordinators in managing student behavior within school and classroom structures.
• Actively engage in supervision and assistant teacher academy.
• Provide a nurturing, safe, and consistent environment for students in the dorm setting (direct care).
• Lead or assist in leading group transitions (breakfast, lunch, and after school).
• Provide consistent dorm structures in morning wake-up, breakfast, and lunchtime routines.
• Participate in the dorm weekend on-call and asleep overnight rotation.
• Provide safe transportation for students.
• Support and help members of school and dorm teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance available
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree