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IMMEDIATE: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant (SCB), 6 hrs/10 mos, Lakelands Park MS (ad closes 8/31/26)

Montgomery County Public Schools · Gaithersburg, MD · 3 days 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 role involves facilitating student mastery of grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and managing behaviors that impact the student’s ability to access the curriculum. The paraeducator may assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support, both in general education classes and specialized instructional settings. Responsibilities include instructional and classroom management support, clerical tasks, and participation in learning activities off school grounds.

All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and may promote to a grade 16 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and required training hours.

Responsibilities

  • Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) in 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.
  • Assist in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings.
  • Provide individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction.
  • Perform instructional and classroom management support tasks.
  • Handle related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
  • Participate in learning activities off school grounds as required.
  • Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence.
  • Accommodate flexible scheduling, change of location, and/or program as needed.

Requirements

Physical Demands

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

Special Requirements

  • Must accommodate flexible scheduling and changes in location/program.
  • May require specific training to fulfill the role.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

Requirements listed in order of preference:

  • Option 1: Associate’s degree (required); Bachelor’s degree (preferred). College coursework must include a minimum of nine credit-hours in education-related fields such as behavior management or instructional strategies. One year of experience working with students in structured educational settings preferred. If no related coursework, two to four years of experience working with children/adolescents in structured settings (e.g., daycare, preschool) is required.
  • Option 2: At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school-based departments).
  • Option 3: Two years of experience in a structured setting (e.g., daycare, preschool, after-school program) and successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.
  • Option 4: Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills for the role.

No certificate or license requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and MCPS instructional goals/policies.
  • Ability to assist with implementing instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
  • Patience and effectiveness in working with children, young adults, and staff.
  • Ability to follow written/verbal instructions and perform required tasks.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to interact with and support students with special needs.
  • Proficiency in standard computer hardware/software (e.g., Google Workspace, MS Office, web-based instructional tools).
  • Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Pay

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

Schedule

  • Part-time.
  • 10 working months per year.
  • Day shift.

Benefits

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