The Home for Little Wanderers·Hillsborough, New Hampshire
Provide rehabilitative assistance and behavioral support to students in both classroom and residential settings. Collaborate with teachers and staff to maintain safety, consistent routines, and positive learning environments.
How You Will Be Making A Difference
Wediko School Paraprofessionals/Teacher Assistants provide rehabilitative assistance for students who require social and/or behavioral support during the school day.
Paraprofessionals assist Wediko School teachers as they create an environment where standards for classroom behavior are clear and consistent.
Paraprofessionals help Wediko School teachers to provide consistent routines for managing all parts of students’ independent and group work.
The Wediko School Paraprofessional helps teachers to monitor learning progress closely and maintain records of students’ performance.
Establish and model appropriate working relationships with Wediko School students.
Assist Wediko School teachers and program coordinators to manage student behavior within school and classroom structures.
Actively engage in supervision and assistant teacher academy.
The position requires the ability to walk the rugged terrain of the Wediko NH campus, an active wooded setting; Wediko School Paraprofessionals will be playing sports and participating in indoor recreational activities with students. The ability to bend, hold and lift is also required as indicated by CPI behavioral management techniques.
We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Requires an associate degree or 48 credits in education or a human service field. Candidates must possess or be willing to obtain NH DOE Para II licensure and complete CPI training.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in New Hampshire are often shaped by steady school-year staffing needs and support for classrooms, special education, and early learning settings. This category can be competitive because employers commonly look for a high school diploma or GED, background clearance, and experience with children, while credentials such as a CDA or early education degree can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your child care experience and certification details before applying.