Special Education Paraprofessional

• Date Posted: 1/5/2026
• Location: Exeter High School
• Date Available: As soon as possible

Position Purpose

24-25 School Year

As para-educator at Exeter High School, you have the opportunity to work with a team of other professionals to help students achieve their goals at and beyond high school. Para-educator staff have access to tuition reimbursement, district-provided professional development, opportunity for additional hours during the summer and after school, as well as health and dental benefits.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist students with disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Mentains records to document student learning, progress, and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Assists and accompanies students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, corridor, study hall, and other related activities.
• Establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students.

Travel Requirements

• Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education (high school diploma or equivalent) and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying.