Job Description

Overview:

Paraeducator - Seven Hills New Hampshire

Full-Time | Year-Round | Greenfield, NH

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Discover the Possibility of Changing a Life -- Including Your Own...

If you've been searching for a career that feels meaningful -- one where you can see the impact you make every single day -- Crotched Mountain School & Village in Greenfield, NH may be the place where you truly belong.


Since becoming a part of Seven Hills Foundation, Crotched Mountain has been revitalizing and expanding its historic program over the past three years: welcoming new students, strengthening services, and building a passionate team of clinicians, educators, and caregivers who help youth with severe neurodevelopmental disabilities reach their fullest potential.


If you want a role where your compassion, creativity, and dedication matter, we'd love to welcome you as a paraeducator on our growing team.


Responsibilities:

What You'll Do:

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you'll help students build communication, independence, and confidence--skills that change lives in real and lasting ways.


You will:

Support classroom learning, personal growth, and daily living skills. Implement IEP and behavior support plans tailored to each student's unique needs. Use creativity, patience, and compassion to engage students in meaningful activities. Track progress and celebrate every success -- big or small. Provide personal care and hands-on support in a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications:

What You Bring:

Must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent. One of the following is required: + Two or more years (3,000 hours) of verifiable experience working with children (or adults with disabilities in a residential care setting) + Parent and caregiver of a child age 7 or older
+ Any degree with at least 12 credits in education, psychology, human services, or a related field
Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Comfort supporting individuals with significant needs; able to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout the day.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance:

Blue Cross Blue Shield with generous employer contribution

25-33% Retirement Match

based on tenure

Student Loan Assistance:

Counseling, consolidation & limited employer contribution

Tuition Assistance & Discounted College Partnerships

Home Mortgage Initiative:

Lower down payment (3-5%) & reduced closing costs

Work-Life Balance:

3 weeks paid vacation in your first year Vacation cash-out option 11 paid holidays 10 sick days 3 personal days

Additional Benefits:

Pet Insurance Legal Insurance PSLF-eligible nonprofit employer

About Crotched Mountain School:

Nestled in the beautiful Monadnock region of New Hampshire, CMS offers a therapeutic and adventure-based environment for learners. Our expansive campus features hiking trails, lakes, an Olympic-sized pool, a media center, a bowling alley, and a panoramic library -- all designed to help students grow socially, academically, and emotionally.

If you're ready for a role where you can make a profound difference -- and be part of a team that believes in every student's potential -- we'd be honored to meet you.