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FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Spec Ed LAD 5hrs, and Para 504 2hrs, Watkins Mill HS, 7hrs/10mos, Ad closes 7/16/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Gaithersburg, MD · 1 wk ago
Education$24.38–$36.67/hrFull-time

Summary Description

This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks to promote student learning and well-being, supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Tasks include facilitating mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, providing instructional and classroom management supports, and performing related clerical tasks.

Job Specific Information

  • Wage Range: $24.38 - $36.67 per hour

  • Benefits Information: Available upon request

Physical Demands

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

Special Requirements

  • Outside duty may be required.

  • Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to 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/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).

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.

  • Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.

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