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FY27: Paraeducator Level I/II Combo, Special Education (PEP and HSM), Stonegate ES, 5.5hrs/10mos, Ad closes 8/13/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Silver Spring, MD · 2 mo ago
Training$24.38–$40.17/hrPart-time

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 assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support, facilitating mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. Responsibilities include managing behaviors that impact students' ability to access the curriculum, supporting students in general education classes and specialized instructional settings, and providing individualized or small group instruction.

This position also involves instructional and classroom management support, as well as clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff. Paraeducators in this role support special education services including PEP, Transition, DHOH, Speech, Vision, Physical Impairments, Elementary Learning Center, Bridge, Autism Resource Services (ARS), and Autism Connections.

New paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and may promote to grade 16 after completing a six-month probationary period and required training hours.

Schedule

This is a part-time, 10-month position with a start time of 9:30 AM. The paraeducator will support students receiving special education services in general education for 2 hours and in a preschool special education classroom for 3.5 hours in the afternoon.

Responsibilities

  • Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical domains.
  • Facilitate student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
  • Manage behaviors that impact students' ability to access the curriculum.
  • Assist in general education classes and specialized instructional settings, including pull-out instruction for individuals or small groups.
  • Provide instructional and classroom management support to teachers and professional staff.
  • Perform clerical tasks to support classroom operations.
  • Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher's temporary absence.
  • Participate in learning activities off school grounds as required.
  • Accommodate flexible scheduling, change of location, and/or program as needed.

Physical Demands

  • Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
  • Outside duty may be required.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and MCPS instructional goals and policies.
  • Ability to assist with implementation of instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
  • Patience and effectiveness in working with children, young adults, and staff.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform required tasks.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to interact with and support students with special needs.
  • Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software (e.g., Google Workspace, MS Office, web-based instructional tools).
  • Ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Qualifications

One of the following combinations of education, training, and experience is required:

  • Associate’s degree (required); Bachelor’s degree preferred. College coursework must include a minimum of nine credit-hours in education-related fields such as behavior management or instructional strategies. One year of experience working with students in structured educational settings is preferred. If no related coursework, two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in structured settings (e.g., daycare, preschool) is required.
  • At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program).
  • Two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool) and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
  • Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills for the role.

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service.

Benefits

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