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FY27: Paraeducator Level II (504), 6.5hrs/10mos, Briggs Chaney MS, Ad Closes 7/29/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Silver Spring, MD · 2 days ago
Education$26.23–$40.17/hrPart-time

About the role

This paraeducator position performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being to support students who are diploma bound and have accommodations in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The paraeducator work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level or above curriculum.

This is a 6.5-hour Paraeducator Level I position providing 504 accommodations to one student. The wage range for this position is between $26.23 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service.

Responsibilities

The paraeducator will perform a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all types of classrooms or learning environments. They will also continue planned instructional activities during the teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.

Requirements

  • Frequent bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, 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 as needed

Qualifications

The preferred qualifications for this position are:

  • 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

Alternative qualifications will be considered, including:

  • At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting
  • Two years of experience in a structured setting and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher
  • Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position

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 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

Benefits

For information about benefits, please follow the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $26.23 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service.

Schedule

This is a part-time position, working 10 months per year, with a day shift schedule.

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