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FY27: Paraeducator Level III (SESES), 7hrs/10mos, Fairland ES, Ad Closes 8/6/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Silver Spring, MD · Yesterday
Education$28.57–$44.1/hrPart-time

Summary Description Of Classification

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. They may need to attend to student personal care and medical needs, and work with students who display physical and/or verbal aggression. This position involves participating in learning activities off-campus and supporting teachers and staff in all classrooms or learning environments.

The paraeducator is hired at grade 17 and has the opportunity to advance to grade 18 after a successful probationary period and completion of required training hours. Physical demands include frequent bending, walking, kneeling, running, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Special requirements may involve occasional overtime or night work, and the ability to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location or program.

Physical Demands

  • Frequent bending
  • Walking
  • Kneeling
  • Running
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds

Special Requirements

  • Frequent overtime or night work required
  • Outside duty may be required
  • Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program

Job Specific Information

  • Wage range: $28.57 - $44.10 per hour, based on years of service
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Job School Instructional Support

  • Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and practices applicable to assignment
  • Knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools' instructional goals and policies
  • Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior
  • Ability to exhibit patient behavior and work effectively with children, young adults, and staff members
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform all required tasks
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to read/write/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 and ability to quickly learn the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Education, Training, And Experience

  • Associate’s degree, required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • College course work should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education field such as 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
  • At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in an 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., required
  • 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., required
  • Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required

Certificates And Licenses

No certificates or licenses required.

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