FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education, North Bethesda Middle School, 5hrs/10mos, Ad closes 9/ 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 paraeducator may be required to participate with students in learning activities off school grounds and to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The work focuses on facilitating student mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and managing behaviors that impact the student’s ability to access the curriculum. Students supported at this level typically participate in general education classes and specialized instructional settings throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction. The paraeducator also provides instructional and classroom‑management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to assist teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks that promote student learning and well‑being for students with IEPs.
• Participate with students in learning activities off school grounds when required.
• Assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Facilitate student mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Manage behaviors that affect the student’s ability to access the curriculum.
• Support students who participate in general education classes, specialized instructional settings, and individualized or small‑group instruction.
• Provide instructional and classroom‑management supports.
• Carry out related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence.

Requirements

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Outside duty may be required.
• Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes of location and/or program as needed.
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence from the classroom.
• Specific training may be required to successfully fulfill the role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. College course work should include a minimum of nine credit‑hours related to the education field (e.g., 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 (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 combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
• No certificate or license requirements.

Skills

• 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).

Pay

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

Schedule

Part‑time, working 10 months, day shift.