FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant - 7 hrs / 10 mos, Cabin John MS, Ad closes 8/13/26

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 paraeducator may assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support, both in general education classes and specialized instructional settings. Responsibilities include facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, managing behaviors, and providing individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction. This role also involves instructional and classroom management support, clerical tasks, and collaboration with teachers and professional staff.

About the Role

This is a School-Community Based (SCB) paraeducator position supporting students with disabilities in a specialized middle school program. Responsibilities include:

• Providing individualized academic, behavioral, communication, and daily living support
• Assisting with implementation of IEP goals and accommodations
• Promoting student independence and inclusion
• Collaborating with teachers and related service providers

All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and may promote to a grade 16 after successfully completing a six-month probationary period and required training hours.

Responsibilities

• Support student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
• Manage behaviors that impact a student’s ability to access the curriculum
• Provide individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction
• Perform instructional and classroom management support tasks
• Assist with clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff
• Continue planned instructional activities during a teacher’s temporary absence
• Participate in learning activities off school grounds as required

Requirements

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds

Special Requirements

• Outside duty may be required
• Must accommodate flexible scheduling, change of location, and/or program as needed
• May require specific training to fulfill the role

Qualifications

These requirements are listed in order of preference:

• Option 1:
  • Associate’s degree (required); Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
  • Minimum of nine credit-hours in education-related coursework (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies)
  • One year of experience working with students in structured educational settings (preferred)
  • If no related education coursework, two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool)
• Option 2:
  • At least 48 college credits
  • Two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program)
• Option 3:
  • Two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program)
  • Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher
• Option 4: Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills.

No certificate or license is required.

Skills

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

Pay

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

Schedule

• Full-time
• 10 working months (school year)
• Day shift

Benefits

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