FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Title I (4 hrs)+ LHA (1 hr) + HSM (1 hr), Harriet Tubman ES, 6hrs/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 who are diploma bound. The work focuses on facilitating student mastery of grade‑level or above curriculum. Students are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small‑group reinforcement of instruction. The role also includes instructional and classroom‑management supports, related clerical tasks to assist teachers and other professional staff, and continuing planned instructional activities during a teacher’s temporary absence. The position is located at Harriet R. Tubman Elementary School in Gaithersburg.

Responsibilities

• Promote student learning and well‑being for diploma‑bound students.
• Facilitate mastery of grade‑level or above curriculum.
• Support students in general education classes and provide individualized or small‑group reinforcement when needed.
• Provide instructional and classroom‑management support.
• Perform related clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence.
• Accommodate flexible scheduling, changes in location or program, and outside duties as required.
• Perform frequent bending, walking, and lift objects/equipment up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Meet one of the following: associate’s or higher college degree; at least 48 credits of study at an accredited institution; or a passing score on the ParaPro examination.
• If the position is Title I, must meet the qualifications established by the Every Child Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA).
• No specific certificate or license required.
• All new hires start at grade 13 and may advance to grade 14 after completing a six‑month probationary period and the required training hours.

Skills

• 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 monitor and ensure appropriate student behavior.
• Ability to exhibit patient behavior and work effectively with children, young adults, and staff.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform all required tasks.
• Ability to