Hanover High School is looking for three departmental Educational Assistants, in Science (full time), World Language (full time) and Music (part time). Pay ranges between $16.90 and $18.65 per hour, depending on education and experience.

• No previous experience or certification required
• Professional development opportunities available
• Career advancement opportunities

Generous benefit package including medical insurance starts at 30 hours per week, and includes paid sick and personal leave, paid holidays, & retirement options.Positions start August 2024, open until filled.
Submit applications at https://sau70.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=532
POSITION TITLE: Regular Education - Support StaffJob Description Approved By: SAU 70 School BoardDate01/01/2018General PurposeSupport teaching staff in achieving learning objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve appropriate levels of instruction.
Reports ToBuilding Administrator
SupervisesN/A
Position Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe duties of this position may include some or all of the following:

• Work with students within the classroom environment or other environments within the school setting to assist in completion of lessons and implement goals and objectives.
• Provide individual and/or small group instructional support as directed by professional staff.
• Assist substitutes with teacher’s sub plans, class lists, attendance, and photocopying.
• Assist with clerical duties as assigned.
• Provide support in the department resource center.
• Monitor department equipment and supplies.
• Participate in scheduled meetings, as requested.
• Assist teacher(s) in maintaining appropriate classroom behavior or monitoring specific behavior management plans.
• Accompany students on field trips or to job sites.
• Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, and break periods.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher.
• Participate in in-service programs, as assigned.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities.
• Recognize that student progress and records are confidential and must be discussed only with appropriate school personnel.
• Recognize 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.
• Perform other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.
• Must comply with all SAU 70 District policies and building / department rules, procedures, practices and objectives.

Evaluation: Evaluation will be completed by the Building Administrator or designee. Evaluation will be based on professional performance and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of the position as defined.
Terms Of EmploymentAt-will; non exempt
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Associates Degree or equivalent
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of general concepts of child growth and development
• Knowledge of specific subject area content as required in the job assignment
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students and staff

Licensure And Certification RequirementsNH Para-educator certification preferred.
Physical Activity RequirementsPrimary Physical Requirements:(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Lift up to 10 lbs:

Frequently required

• Lift 11 to 25 lbs:

Occasionally required

• Lift 25 to 50 lbs:

Rarely required

• Lift over 50 lbs:

Not required

• Carry up to 10 lbs:

Frequently required

• Carry 11 to 25 lbs:

Occasionally required

• Carry 26 to 50 lbs:

Rarely required

• Carry over 50 lbs:

Not required

• Reach above shoulder height:

Occasionally required

• Reach at shoulder height:

Frequently required

• Reach below shoulder height:

Occasionally required

• Push/Pull:

Occasionally required
Hand Manipulation(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Keyboarding:

Frequently required

• Gross Manipulation:

Frequently required

• Fine Manipulation:

Frequently required
Other Physical Consideration(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required)

• Twisting:

Occasionally required

• Bending:

Occasionally required

• Crawling:

Not required

• Squatting:

Rarely required

• Kneeling:

Rarely required

• Crouching:

Occasionally required

• Climbing:

Frequently Required

• Balancing:

Occasionally required
During The Work Day, Employee Is Required To

• Sit:

up to 3 consecutive hours

• Stand:

up to 3 consecutive hours

• 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 ChairCarpeted floor, tile floorOther Training, Skills And Experience RequirementsAbility to work with staff, students, parents, and the community
Other Considerations And RequirementsThe physical demands of an employee in a regular education support role are minimal. 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.