FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant (Learning Center), Sequoyah ES, 6.5 hours/10 months, Ad Closes 10/1/26
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 involve participating with students in learning activities off school grounds, assisting students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs, facilitating mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, managing behaviors that impact curriculum access, supporting teachers and professional staff with instructional and classroom‑management tasks, and performing related clerical duties. Physical demands include frequent bending, walking, and lifting objects/equipment up to 50 pounds. Special requirements may include outside duty, flexible scheduling, changes of location or program, and continuing planned instructional activities during a teacher’s temporary absence. New paraeducators are hired at grade 15 and can promote to grade 16 after successfully completing a six‑month probationary period and the required number of training hours. Specific training may be required to fulfill the role.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to the 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, and 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).
Requirements
Education, training, and experience are considered in order of preference:
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.