FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Special Education, Clopper Mill ES, 4hrs/10mos (Ad Closes 10/1/26)

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 work focuses on facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. Students served are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction. The position also provides instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to assist teachers and other professional staff in all types of classrooms or learning environments. All new paraeducators are hired at grade 13 and can advance to grade 14 after completing a six‑month probationary period and the required training hours. Paraeducators in this class support Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES).

Responsibilities

• Promote student learning and well‑being for students with IEPs
• Facilitate mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
• Support students in general education settings; provide individualized or small‑group instruction when needed
• Deliver instructional and classroom management supports
• Perform clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff
• Support Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES)
• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required
• Outside duty may be required; must accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location or program as needed
• Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence from the classroom

Requirements

• Option 1: Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum nine credit‑hours in education‑related coursework (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies). One year of experience working with students in structured educational/academic settings preferred; if no related coursework, then two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in a structured setting (daycare, preschool, etc.) required.
• Option 2: At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting (daycare, preschool, adult day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school/non‑school based departments, etc.).
• Option 3: Two years of experience in a structured setting (daycare, preschool, adult day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school/non‑school based departments, etc.) and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
• Option 4: Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
• Certificate and license requirements: None.

Qualifications

• 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