FY27: Paraeducator Level I & Lunch Hour Aide Combo, 6hrs/10mos, Jackson Road ES, Ad Closes 8/17/26

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 work focuses on facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. The students supported are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction. This position also performs instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all types of classrooms or learning environments.

All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 13 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 14 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and the required number of training hours. Paraeducators in this class support the following special education services: Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES).

Responsibilities

• Support student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Provide individualized or small group instruction.
• Perform instructional and classroom management supports.
• Assist with related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.
• Accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program, as needed.

Requirements

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Outside duty may be required.
• Must already have uploaded to your profile one of the following:
  • Unofficial university transcript with 48+ credits.
  • Official transcript evaluated through an agency approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (if degree or credits were attained outside the United States).
  • Unofficial ParaPro Assessment result with a passing score.

Qualifications

These requirements are in order of preference:

• Associate’s degree, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. College coursework should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to the 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 coursework, then two to four years of experience working with children and adolescents in a structured setting such as a daycare, preschool, etc., required.
• At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, preschool, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school-based departments.
• Two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, preschool, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school-based departments, plus successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
• Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Skills

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and practices applicable to the assignment, as well as instructional goals and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
• Ability to assist with the 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).

Schedule

• Work hours: 9:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• 30-minute non-paid lunch break and a 15-minute paid break.
• 5.5-hour Paraeducator role (4.5 hours of Job Code 6551 + 1 hour of Job Code 6604) and 0.5 hours Lunch/Recess Aide (0.5 hours of Job Code 6491).
• Part-time, 10 working months, day shift.

Pay

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

Benefits

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