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FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Special Education, 6.5hrs/10mos, Roscoe Nix ES, Ad Closes 9/8/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Silver Spring, MD · 1 mo ago
Education$24.38–$36.67/hrFull-time

About the Role

Under 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 is focused on facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. Students supported at this level 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.

Responsibilities

  • Support students with special education services including Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES)
  • Continue planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom
  • Participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior
  • Assist with implementation of the instructional program
  • Perform related clerical tasks as needed
  • Accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program as needed
  • Perform outside duty as required

Requirements

  • Must already have uploaded to your profile one of the following to qualify:
    • Unofficial university transcript with 48+ credits
    • If degree or credits were attained outside the United States, provide an official transcript evaluated through an agency approved by the Maryland State Department of Education
    • Unofficial result with a passing score on one of the following Assessments: Para Pathways, Foundation of Classroom Support, or Foundations of Classroom Support and Instruction
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to exhibit patient behavior and work effectively with children, young adults, and staff members
  • Ability to lift objects/equipment up to 50 pounds
  • Frequent bending and walking required

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience (in order of preference):

  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred. College coursework should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education field such as behavior management or instructional strategies. One year of experience working with students in structured educational 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 daycare, pre-school, etc. required.
  • OR: At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments.
  • OR: Two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments. Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
  • OR: Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively may be considered.

Skills

  • Knowledge of child development
  • Knowledge of instructional strategies and practices applicable to assignment
  • Knowledge of instructional goals and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools
  • Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software such as Google Workspace, MS Office, and web-based instructional tools
  • Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $36.67 per hour, based on years of service. New paraeducators are hired at grade 13 and have the opportunity to promote to grade 14 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and completing the required number of training hours.

Schedule

6.5 hours per day, 10 months per year. Full-time position with day shift schedule.

Benefits

For information about benefits, please follow the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

This school is a Title I school.

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