FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Special Education, Eastern MS, 7hr/10mo, Ad Closes 8/10/2026

Summary Description

This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP), including facilitating mastery of grade-level curriculum or alternate academic standards. They work in general education settings and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction.

Job Specific Information

• Wage Range: $24.38 - $36.67 per hour

• Benefits: Available upon request through a provided link.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Outside duty may be required.
• Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location and/or program.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
• Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior.
• Patience and effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks.
• Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software, including Google Workspace, MS Office, and web-based instructional tools.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn 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 fields 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.
• At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc.
• Two years of experience in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc.
• Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.