Jobs · Education · Maryland

FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Arcola ES, 6hr/10mo, Ad closes 7/16/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Silver Spring, MD · 1 wk ago
Education$23.61/hrFull-time

Summary Description Of Classification

This paraeducator performs a variety of tasks to promote student learning and well-being. They may participate in learning activities off school grounds and assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. They may work in general education classes or specialized settings, and manage behaviors impacting the student's ability to access the curriculum.

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

The wage range for this position is a salary between $23.61 p/h and $41.87 p/h based on position responsibilities. For information about benefits, please follow this link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job School Instructional Support

Job Grade 15-16
Organization: Arcola Elementary School
Primary Location: Silver Spring
Schedule: Full-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.
  • 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.

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