Direct Support Professional II - Paraeducator (3051)

Direct Support Professional II - Paraeducator

Pay: $21.00/hour

sign-on bonus: $2,000 (50% paid at 6 months and 50% paid at 12 months)

Schedule: Monday through Friday; 7:00am - 3:00pm

Are you passionate about making a real, daily impact in the lives of students with diverse learning needs? Join Crotched Mountain School as a Direct Support Professional II - Paraeducator, where you'll play a vital role in helping students learn, grow, and gain independence-sometimes one small victory (or perfectly tied shoe) at a time.

As a DSP II - Paraeducator, you'll provide hands-on support to students across educational, vocational, and daily living activities. You'll work closely with teachers, clinicians, and nurses to implement individualized plans and ensure a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment.

This role requires a higher level of experience and independence, and may include mentoring newer staff while contributing to a strong, team-based approach to care and education.

About Seven Hills Foundation's Crotched Mountain School

Crotched Mountain School (CMS) provides innovative special education, vocational, and therapeutic programming for students ages 5-21 on the autism spectrum and/or with complex disabilities.

Licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Education and the Certification for Child Care Licensing Unit, CMS delivers individualized instruction in a supportive, least-restrictive environment.

Students may also live on campus through Crotched Mountain Village, where experiential learning includes vocational training, recreation, community outings, and life skills development-all on a beautiful, nature-filled campus.

Benefits for Full-time employees:

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.

• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.

• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!

• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!

• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!

• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation

• Vacation Cash-Out Option

• 3 Paid Personal Days

• 11 Paid Holidays

• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Benefits for Part-time Employees:

• Accrued Paid Sick Time

• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)

• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!

• Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)

What You'll Do:

Student Support & Daily Care

• Support students in academic, vocational, and life skills programming

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, dressing, and meals

• Build respectful, supportive relationships with students

• Participate in field trips, vocational activities, and school events

Educational & Behavioral Support

• Implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs), behavior plans, and treatment plans

• Help students stay engaged with learning and classroom activities

• Use positive behavior support and de-escalation techniques

• Safely manage behavioral incidents, including trained physical interventions when necessary

• Anticipate and prevent potential challenges before they escalate

Health & Safety

• Support students' medical needs, including recognizing health concerns

• Administer medications (as trained) under supervision

• Respond to emergencies, including seizure protocols and injuries

• Follow all safety, reporting, and documentation procedures

Teamwork & Communication

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of educators, clinicians, and medical staff

• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members

• Report any concerns related to student safety, including suspected abuse or neglect

Documentation & Organization

• Complete accurate and timely documentation (IEP data, behavior tracking, medical logs, etc.)

• Maintain organized records and follow all reporting requirements

• Use electronic systems (e.g., Matrix) to document care and services

Core Skills

• Empathy, patience, and compassion

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Reliability and attention to detail

• Ability to support both academic and behavioral needs

• Comfort working in a dynamic, hands-on environment

Why Join Us?

At Seven Hills Foundation's CMS, you're not just supporting students-you're helping them build independence, confidence, and life skills that truly matter. Every day brings something new, whether it's a breakthrough in the classroom, a successful community outing, or a moment of connection that makes it all worthwhile.

If you're ready for meaningful work, supportive teammates, and a role where what you do truly matters-we'd love to meet you.

• High School Diploma/GED and passing scores for the ParaPro Assessment Praxis test or Associate degree required

• Standard driver's license - class C or class D

• One year of related experience