FY27: Paraeducator Level I, East Silver Spring ES, 5.5hr/10mo, Ad Closes 7/15/26
Summary Description
This paraeducator performs various tasks to support students who are diploma-bound. They focus on helping students master grade-level or above curriculum, often working in general education settings and occasionally pulling students out for additional reinforcement. Duties include classroom management, instructional support, and related clerical tasks.
Physical Demands
Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
Special Requirements
- Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location as needed.
- Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.
Job Specific Information
- Elementary School Paraeducator - 6600: 3 hours per week
- Focus Paraeducator - 6604 (Grade Level Support): 2.5 hours per week
Wage Range
The wage range for this position is between $23.61 and $34.82 per hour, based on years of service.
Benefits
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Physical Demands
Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
Special Requirements
- Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location as needed.
- Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and practices applicable to assignment.
- Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and ensure appropriate student behavior.
- Ability to exhibit patient behavior and work effectively with children, young adults, and staff members.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform all required tasks.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to read/write/speak English.
- Ability to interact with and support students with special needs.
- Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software such as Google Workspace, MS Office, and web-based instructional tools.
- Knowledge of and the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
Education, Training, And Experience
- Associate’s degree, required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- College course work should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education field such as behavior management, instructional strategies.
- One year of experience working with students in structured educational (or academic) situations preferred.
- If no related education course work, then two to four years of experience working with children and adolescents in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, etc., required.
- OR
- At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc.
- OR
- Two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc.
- Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
Certificates and Licenses
No certificates or licenses required.