Special Education Assistant Jobs in Francestown, NH

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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Paraprofessional Part-Time

  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago

The team at Glen Lake is dedicated to early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practice....

Paraprofessional/NH Registered Apprentice

  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Openings as of 6/12/2025 Paraprofessional/NH Registered Apprentice JobID: 2263 Position Type: Support Staff/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Goffstown High School Date Available:...

1:1 Paraprofessional at Francestown Elementary School

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Education SUPERVISOR: Principal and Director of Special Education, REPORTS TO: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Prefer experience...

Substitute Teacher and/or Paraprofessional

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Substitute/Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 7/27/2020 Location: ConVal School District Date Available: 2023-2024 school year Closing Date: open until filled   Additional...

Behavior Intervention Paraprofessional, Special Education

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 1 day ago

Education SUPERVISOR: Director of Special Education REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Prefer experience working with students who have varied...

Paraprofessional - Library

  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Goffstown, NH (12 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 8 days ago

Openings as of 6/5/2025 Paraprofessional - Library JobID: 2244 Position Type: Support Staff/Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/2/2025 Location: Bartlett Elementary School Date Available: 08/28/2025...

Francestown Elementary School 1:1 Paraprofessional

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 16 days ago

Education SUPERVISOR: Principal and Director of Special Education, REPORTS TO: Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Prefer experience...

Francestown Elementary School 1:1 Paraprofessional

  • Francestown, NH
  • 17 days ago
  • Francestown, NH
  • 17 days ago

Education SUPERVISOR: Principal and Director of Special Education, REPORTS TO : Special Education Teacher/Case Manager, Classroom Teacher QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Prefer experience...

Administrative Assistant for Special Education Dept.(School Year)

  • Merrimack, NH (18 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 20 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH (18 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 20 days ago

Administrative Assistant for Special Education Dept....

Part Time Preschool Paraprofessional

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Education Case Manager, Classroom Teacher, and other district staff of student progress Attends, participates and integrates information learned in weekly Paraprofessional meetings, Special Education...

Paraprofessional -Grade 8 at Keene Middle School

  • Keene, NH (23 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (23 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Paraprofessional - Instructional Date Posted: 5/12/2025 Location: Keene Middle School Date Available: August 2025    This is a full-time (school year)...

Lunch/Recess Paraprofessional - Peter Woodbury Elementary School

  • Bedford, NH (14 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bedford, NH (14 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Support Positions/ Paraprofessional Lunch/Recess Date Posted: 5/9/2025 Location: Peter Woodbury Elementary School Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until filled   ...

Special Education Paraprofessional South Meadow School

  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (10 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge and training of child development principles and practices related to students with disabilities,, autism spectrum disorder and or behavioral and social-emotional needs....

Paraprofessional - Kindergarten, Full-Time - Memorial Elementary School

  • Bedford, NH (14 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bedford, NH (14 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Support Positions/ Paraprofessional Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Memorial Elementary School Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: Until filled    Description:...

Paraprofessional - Horizons at Keene Middle School 2024-2025 School Year

  • Keene, NH (23 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (23 miles from Francestown, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Support Staff/ Paraprofessional - Instructional Date Posted: 4/3/2025 Location: Keene Middle School Date Available: August 2025    This is a full-time (school year)...

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Salary for Special Education Assistant Jobs in Francestown, NH

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Francestown, NH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.2%
Master's Degree
32.9%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
High School or GED
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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