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Immediate: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Belmont ES, 6.5 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes 9/30/26

Montgomery County Public Schools · Olney, MD · 1 mo ago
Education$26.23–$40.17/hrPart-time

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 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 mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and managing behaviors that impact the student’s ability to access the curriculum. Students supported may participate in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction. The position also performs instructional and classroom‑management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments. All new paraeducators are hired at grade 15 and have the opportunity to promote to grade 16 after successfully completing the six‑month probationary period and the required number of training hours.

Responsibilities

  • Promote student learning and well‑being for students with IEPs.
  • Participate with students in learning activities off school grounds.
  • 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 impact the student’s ability to access the curriculum.
  • Support students in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings.
  • Provide individualized or small‑group reinforcement of instruction as needed.
  • Perform instructional and classroom‑management supports.
  • Carry out related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
  • Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence.
  • Accommodate flexible scheduling and changes of location or program as required.
  • Perform outside duty when required.

Requirements

  • 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).

Qualifications

  • Education, Training, and Experience (in order of preference):
    • 1. Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. College course work should include a minimum of nine credit‑hours related to the 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.
    • OR 2. At least 48 college credits and 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.
    • OR 3. 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.
    • OR 4. Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
  • Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
  • CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None.

Benefits

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Pay

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

Schedule

This is a 6.5‑hour position (7‑hour day including lunch), Monday‑Friday, working with a Kindergarten student. Working months: 10. Shift: Day.

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