FY27: Paraeducator Level I, Title I, Stedwick ES, 5hrs/10mos, Ad closes 9/30/26

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 supported are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small‑group reinforcement. 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.

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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; provide individualized or small‑group reinforcement when needed.
• Provide instructional and classroom‑management supports.
• Perform related clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence.

Requirements

• Physical demands: frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Special requirements: outside duty may be required; must accommodate flexible scheduling and changes of location and/or program as needed.

Qualifications

• Grade 13‑14 position; new hires start at grade 13 with opportunity to promote to grade 14 after completing six‑month probationary period and required training hours.
• Education: high school diploma required AND one of the following: associate’s or higher college degree; at least 48 credits of study at an accredited institution; or a passing grade on the ParaPro examination.
• For Title I positions, must meet qualifications established by the Every Child Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA).
• No certificate or license requirements.

Skills

• 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, and 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.
• 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.

Schedule

• Part‑time position.
• Working months: 10 per year