FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Special Education(HSM)/Lunch Hour Aid, Burning Tree ES, 6.5hrs/10mos, Ad Closes 7/16/26

Summary Description

This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). The paraeducator works in general education classes and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction. They also provide instructional and classroom management supports, and related clerical tasks.

Job Specific Information

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Wage Range: $24.38 - $36.67 per hour, based on years of service
• Primary Location: Bethesda
• Organization: Burning Tree Elementary School
• Shift: Day

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 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

• Option 1: 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.
• Option 2: 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.
• Option 3: 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.

Certificate and License Requirements

No certificate or license requirements.

Benefits

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