FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, East Silver Spring ES, 6.5hrs/10mo, Ad Closes 9/9/26

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 paraeducator at this level may be required to participate with students in learning activities off school grounds. The paraeducator may be required to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The paraeducator work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level curriculum or mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and managing behaviors that impact the student's ability to access the curriculum. The students supported at this level may participate in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Support students with IEPs in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical areas
• Facilitate mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards
• Manage behaviors that impact student's ability to access the curriculum
• Provide support in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings
• Conduct individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction
• Perform instructional and classroom management supports
• Handle related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence
• Participate with students in learning activities off school grounds as required
• Support a male student in a wheelchair, including lifting up to 60lbs

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending and walking
• Lifting objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required
• Supporting and lifting up to 60lbs for a male student in a wheelchair

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Part-time position
• 10-month working schedule
• Shift day job
• Outside duty may be required
• Must accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program as needed

Pay & Benefits

• Wage range: $26.23 to $40.17 per hour, based on years of service
• New paraeducators hired at grade 15, with opportunity to promote to grade 16 after successfully completing six-month probationary period and required training hours
• Benefits information available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience (in order of preference):

• 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 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.
• OR: Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Skills & Knowledge

• 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)