FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Harriet R. Tubman ES, 4 hrs/10 mos (Ad Closes 8/25/26)

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 may require participation in learning activities off school grounds and assisting students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support needs.

The paraeducator facilitates student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and manages behaviors that impact the student’s ability to access the curriculum. Students supported may participate in general education classes, specialized instructional settings, or receive individualized or small group instruction.

This position provides instructional and classroom management support, as well as clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff. All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and may promote to grade 16 after completing a six-month probationary period and required training hours.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical domains.
• Participate in learning activities on and off school grounds.
• Facilitate student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Manage behaviors that impact a student’s ability to access the curriculum.
• Provide instructional and classroom management support in general education or specialized settings.
• Assist with individualized or small group instruction.
• Perform 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.

Physical Demands

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

Requirements

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and MCPS instructional goals and policies.
• Ability to assist with implementing instructional programs and monitoring 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

These requirements are listed in order of preference:

• Option 1: Associate’s degree (required), Bachelor’s degree (preferred). College coursework must include a minimum of nine credit-hours in education-related fields such as behavior management or instructional strategies. One year of experience working with students in structured educational settings is preferred. If no related coursework, two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in structured settings (e.g., daycare, preschool) is required.
• Option 2: 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).
• Option 3: Two years of experience in a structured setting (as described above) and 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 for the role.

No certificate or license is required.

Pay

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

Schedule

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

Additional benefits information is available via this link.