FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, 6.5hrs/10mos, Dr. Charles Drew ES, Ad Closes 7/24/26

Summary Description Of Classification

This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks to promote student learning and well-being, supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). Tasks include participating in learning activities off school grounds, assisting with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support, and managing behaviors impacting the student's ability to access the curriculum.

The paraeducator works in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings, and may be pulled out for individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction. They also support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.

New paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 16 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and required training hours.

Physical Demands

Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required. Outside duty may be required.

Special Requirements

Frequent overtime or night work required, as needed. Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program, as needed.

Job Specific Information

Seeking a one-to-one position with a non-verbal elementary male child in a school-based special education program. Wage range is between $26.23 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service.

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

Job

Instructional Support

Job Grade 15-16

Organization: Dr. Charles Drew Elementary School

Primary Location: Silver Spring

Schedule: Part-time

Working Months: 10

Shift: Day

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

• 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.
• OR
• 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.
• OR
• Two years of experience in 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

None.