FY27: Paraeducator Level III, Extended Transitions (Special Education Itinerant), 7hrs/10mos, Rock Terrace School, Ad Closes 8/12/26

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 needs, including personal care and medical requirements. This role may involve working with students displaying physical and/or verbal aggression and participating in off-site learning activities. The focus is on facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, primarily in specialized instructional settings. Additionally, the paraeducator provides instructional and classroom management support, along with related clerical tasks, to assist teachers and professional staff across various learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Support students with IEPs in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Assist with personal care and medical needs of students.
• Manage students displaying physical and/or verbal aggression.
• Participate in off-site learning activities with students.
• Facilitate student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Provide instructional and classroom management support.
• Perform clerical tasks to assist teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during a teacher's temporary absence.

Requirements

• Ability to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location/program.
• Complete specialized training (provided by MCPS) within 6 months of starting.
• Frequent bending, walking, kneeling, running, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Outside duty may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of nine college credit hours in education-related fields (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies) preferred.
• 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 structured settings required.
• Alternative qualifications:
  • At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in structured settings.
  • Two years of experience in structured settings and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher.
  • Any combination of education, training, and experience providing necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills.

Skills

• Knowledge of child development and instructional strategies.
• Ability to assist with instructional program implementation and monitor student behavior.
• Patience and effective communication with students and staff.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English.
• Ability to support students with special needs.
• Familiarity with standard computer hardware, Google Workspace, MS Office, and web-based instructional tools.
• Knowledge of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS) core competencies.

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $28.57 and $44.10 per hour, based on years of service.

Schedule

Full-time, 10 working months, day shift.

Location: Rock Terrace School, Rockville

Job Grade: 17-18

Posting Date: Aug 4, 2026