Extended School Year - 1:1 Educational Assistant
Extended School Year - 1:1 Educational Assistant
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Seeking 1:1 EducationalAssistants to support upper elementaryage and middle school age studentswith social skillscommunication selfcare and mobility during transportation and summer sessions at Tracy Hall and MarionCross School. These positions are eligibleforan additional 25% pay differential. Two positions are available:
Position 1: MondayFriday 91:00 July 7th to August 8th 2025.
Position 2: Two days per week 23 hours per day July 7th to August 1th 2025.
These positions are governed by theNorwich Education Association Union Agreement. (New union agreement effective 7/1/2025 will be linked when available.)
Base pay range is $17.67 to $22.61 depending on education and experience. (Additional 25% 1:1 Differential payrange is $4.42 $5.65 per hour.)
Please visit theInformation for New Hires pagefordetails about benefits and more.
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Support Staff
Job Description Approved By: SAU 70 School Board
Date:
01/01/2018
General Purpose:
The Special Education Assistant is employed to assist one or a small number of specific students with special needs in the educational setting. The students goals and objectives are reassessed on an annual basis. The Individual Student Assistant is employed to support the special education teacher in the implementation of the students Individual Education Program.
Reports to:
Case Manager and Building Administrator
Supervises:
N/A
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Except as specifically noted the following functions are considered essential to this position:
- Assists in the delivery of instruction services outlined in the Individual Education Plan/504 Plan and further interpreted and supervised by the respective special education teacher special education administrator or other administrative personnel.
- Provides other services specifically outlined in the students Individual Education Plan/504 Plan. Provides anecdotal reports when deemed necessary.
- Serves as a resource person if and when requested to the Special Education Team about the students needs and progress.
- When necessary assists the student to whom assigned in such physical tasks as moving from room to room using the lavatory and performing life skills (e.g. brushing teeth washing hands etc.). These tasks may include lifting.
- Alerts teacher(s) to any concerns about the student.
- Accompanies the student on field trips or to job sites including weeklong and overnight field trips.
- Recognizes that student progress and records are confidential and must be discussed only with appropriate school personnel.
- Recognizes that all communication with parents and other third parties regarding students shall not be the responsibility of the assistant and shall be conducted only by the professional staff.
- Assists teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom behavior or monitoring specific behavior management plans.
- Assists with supervisory duties including but not limited to recess lunchroom and bus.
- Participates in inservice programs as assigned.
- Performs any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the administration.
Evaluation: Evaluation will be completed by the Case Manager and Building Administrator prior to May 31. Evaluation will be based on professional performance and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of
the position as defined.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Atwill; non exempt
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: Associates Degree or equivalent
Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in English (vocabulary spelling grammar reading and writing).
- Understanding or aptitude for understanding content in major curriculum areas throughout the elementary middle and secondary levels.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
NH Paraeducator I or II certification preferred.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:
Primary Physical Requirements:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Lift up to 10 lbs:
Frequently required
2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs:
Occasionally required
3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs:
Rarely required
4. Lift over 50 lbs:
Not required
5. Carry up to 10 lbs:
Frequently required
6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs:
Occasionally required
7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs:
Rarely required
8. Carry over 50 lbs:
Not required
9. Reach above shoulder height:
Occasionally required
10. Reach at shoulder height:
Occasionally required
11. Reach below shoulder height:
Occasionally required
12. Push/Pull:
Rarely required
Hand Manipulation:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Keyboarding:
Frequently required
2. Gross Manipulation:
Frequently required
3. Fine Manipulation:
Frequently required
Other Physical Consideration:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Twisting:
Rarely required
2. Bending:
Occasionally required
3. Crawling:
Rarely required
4. Squatting:
Rarely required
5. Kneeling:
Rarely required
6. Crouching:
Rarely required
7. Climbing:
Occasionally required
8. Balancing:
Rarely required
During the Work Day Employee is Required to:
1. Sit:
up to 3 consecutive hours
2. Stand:
up to 3 consecutive hours
3. Walk:
up to 1 consecutive hour
Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s):
- Effectively exchange and receive information and instructions and respond to inquiries;
- Communicate with others;
- Observe students and staff to ensure safety
Work Environment: Inside: up to 100%
Outside: up to 20%
Work Surface(s): Office Desk Office Chair
Carpeted floor tile floor
Other Training Skills and Experience Requirements:
Ability to work with staff students parents and the community
Other Considerations and Requirements:
The physical demands of an employee in a special education assistant role are moderate. The employee is occasionally required to do some lifting. Employee is typically able to sit and stand as needed.
Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.
Employment Type
Part-Time
