FY27: Paraeducator Level I & II, 6.5hrs/10mos, Sherwood ES, Ad Closes 9/30/26

About the role

At the direction of the principal, this paraeducator performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well‑being to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). The paraeducator may participate with students in learning activities off school grounds, assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs, and facilitate student mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards while managing behaviors that impact access to the curriculum. Students may be in general education classes, specialized instructional settings, or pulled out for individualized or small‑group reinforcement. The role also includes instructional and classroom‑management supports, clerical tasks to aid teachers and professional staff, and continuing planned instructional activities during a teacher’s temporary absence.

Responsibilities

• Support K‑5 special education students for 6.5 hours daily in a general education setting.
• Assist with lunch and recess supervision.
• Implement instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Provide academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support to students with IEPs.
• Facilitate mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Manage behaviors that affect curriculum access.
• Participate in off‑school‑grounds learning activities when required.
• Provide instructional and classroom‑management support.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence.

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $36.67 per hour, based on years of service.

Benefits

For information about benefits, please see: Benefits details

Schedule

Part‑time position, 6.5 hours daily, working 10 months per year, day shift.

Skills

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to the assignment, and instructional goals and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
• Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior.
• Ability to exhibit patient behavior and to work effectively with children, young adults, and staff members.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to perform all required tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read, write, and 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 or the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. College coursework should include a minimum of nine credit‑hours related to the education field (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies).
• One year of experience working with students in structured educational (or academic)