FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Redland Middle School, 4hrs/10mons, Ad Closes 8/18/26

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 may assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support, facilitating mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. Responsibilities include managing behaviors that impact students' ability to access the curriculum, supporting students in general education classes or specialized instructional settings, and providing individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction.

This position also involves instructional and classroom management support, as well as related clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff. Paraeducators may participate in learning activities off school grounds and continue planned instructional activities during a teacher's temporary absence. Specific training may be required to fulfill the role.

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Outside duty may be required.
• Must accommodate flexible scheduling, change of location, and/or program as needed.

Pay

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

Schedule

• Part-time
• 10 working months
• Day shift

Benefits

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and MCPS instructional goals and policies.
• Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to work effectively with children, young adults, and staff, exhibiting patience and strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking 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).
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Qualifications

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 related to education (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) is required.
• Option 2:
  • At least 48 college credits.
  • 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 (e.g., daycare, preschool, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school-based departments).
  • 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 requirements.