FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, 6.5hrs/10mos, Fairland ES, Ad Closes 9/7/26
Summary Description
This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks to promote student learning and well-being, supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). They may assist students in various areas including academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The paraeducator works in general education classes and specialized settings, facilitating mastery of grade-level curriculum or alternate standards, and managing behaviors impacting learning.
Physical Demands
Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required. Outside duty may be required.
Special Requirements
Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location and/or program, as needed. Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom.
Job Specific Information
- Supports an intermediate level elementary school student throughout the school day.
- The school is a Title I school.
- Candidate must upload one of the following to qualify:
- Unofficial university transcript with 48+ credits
- Official transcript from outside US evaluated by an approved agency
- Passing score on ParaPathways, Foundation of Classroom Support, or Foundations of Classroom Support and Instruction assessments
Wage Range
$26.23 - $40.17 per hour, based on years of service.
Benefits
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Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
- Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior.
- Patience and effective communication with children, young adults, and staff members.
- Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- 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 ability to quickly learn 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 fields 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.
- 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.
Certification and License Requirements
No certifications or licenses required.