FY27: Paraeducator Level I, East Silver Spring ES, 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 in general education settings but occasionally pulled out for individual or small group instruction. 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 change of location as needed.
• Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.

Job Specific Information (Grade Level Support)

• The wage range for this position is between $23.61 and $34.82 per hour, based on years of service.
• For information about benefits, please follow the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
• Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior.
• Patience and effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks.
• Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software, including Google Workspace, MS Office, and web-based instructional tools.
• Knowledge of and ability to quickly learn the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education, Training, And Experience

• Associate’s degree, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred, with a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education fields 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Certificate And License Requirements

No certificate or license requirements.