FY27: Paraeducator Level III, Special Education (LFI), 7hrs/10mos, Cannon Road ES, Ad Closes 8/6/26

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. Work may include attending to student personal care and medical needs, and interacting with students who display physical and/or verbal aggression. The paraeducator facilitates student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, often in specialized instructional settings. They also support teachers and other staff in classrooms or learning environments.

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending, walking, kneeling, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.

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, as needed.

Job Specific Information

• The school is a Title I school.
• Candidates must upload an unofficial university transcript with 48+ credits or an official transcript from an outside country evaluated by an approved agency.
• Official documents will be requested at the time of hire.
• For information about benefits, please follow the provided link.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools.
• Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and monitor student behavior.
• Patience and effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks.
• Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software.
• 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 fields 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.
• Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.

Certificates And Licenses

• No certificates or licenses required.

Wage Range

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