IMMEDIATE: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Forest Knolls ES, 6hrs/10mons, Ad Closes 10/1/26

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 participate with students in learning activities off school grounds and assist students with 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 access to the curriculum. Students may be in general education classes, specialized instructional settings, or pulled out for individualized or small‑group reinforcement. The role also includes instructional and classroom‑management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to aid teachers and other professional staff. All new paraeducators are hired at grade 15 and can promote to grade 16 after completing a six‑month probationary period and the required training hours.

Responsibilities

• Support students with IEPs in academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical areas.
• Facilitate mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Manage behaviors that affect student access to the curriculum.
• Assist with learning activities off school grounds when required.
• Provide instructional and classroom‑management support.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence.

Requirements

• Frequent bending, walking, and lifting objects/equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location or program as needed.
• Outside duty may be required.
• Must be able to continue planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence.
• May require specific training to fulfill the role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• College coursework should include a minimum of nine credit‑hours related to education (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies).
• One year of experience working with students in structured educational/academic settings preferred; if no related coursework, two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in a structured setting (daycare, preschool, etc.) required.
• Alternative pathways: at least 48 college credits plus two years of experience in a structured setting; or two years of experience in a structured setting; or successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills 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 monitor and ensure appropriate student behavior.
• Ability to exhibit patient behavior and work effectively with children, young adults, and staff.
• 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, 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 ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Benefits

For information about benefits, please follow the link: Benefits details.

Pay

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

Schedule

• Part‑time position.
• Working months: 10 per year.
• Shift: Day.
• Flexible scheduling and possible changes in location or program as needed.
• Outside duty may be required.