FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant - 6 hrs / 10 mos, Monocacy ES, Ad closes 8/18/26

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 with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). The role includes facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, managing behaviors that impact learning, and providing academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The paraeducator may assist in general education classes, specialized instructional settings, or small group/individualized instruction. Responsibilities also include instructional and classroom management support, clerical tasks, and continuing planned activities during a teacher's temporary absence.

This is a 6-hour position supporting a first grader for the current school year. The position may require participation in off-site learning activities, flexible scheduling, and change of location or program as needed.

Physical Demands

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

Responsibilities

• Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical domains.
• Facilitate student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Manage behaviors that impact a student’s ability to access the curriculum.
• Assist in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings.
• Provide individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction.
• Perform instructional and classroom management support tasks.
• Handle related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during a teacher’s temporary absence.
• Accommodate flexible scheduling, change of location, or program as needed.
• Complete any required specific training for the role.

Requirements

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and MCPS instructional goals and policies.
• Ability to assist with implementation of instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Patience and effectiveness in working with children, young adults, and staff.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform required tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to interact with and support students with special needs.
• Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software (e.g., Google Workspace, MS Office, web-based instructional tools).
• Ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Qualifications

One of the following combinations of education, training, and experience is required:

• Preferred: Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) with at least nine credit-hours in education-related fields (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies). One year of experience working with students in structured educational settings is preferred. If no related coursework, 2–4 years of experience working with children/adolescents in structured settings (e.g., daycare, preschool) is required.
• At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school-based departments).
• Two years of experience in a structured setting and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
• Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills for the role.

Pay

The wage range for this position is $25.40 to $38.15 per hour, based on years of service.

Schedule

• Part-time, 6-hour position.
• 10 working months per year.
• Day shift.

Benefits

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