IMMEDIATE: Paraeducator Level III (Autism) Magruder HS, 7hrs/10mo, Ad Closes 9/28/26
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 role includes assisting students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs; attending to personal care and medical needs; working with students who may display physical and/or verbal aggression; participating in learning activities off school grounds; facilitating mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards; providing instructional and classroom‑management support; performing related clerical tasks; and continuing planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence. Specialized training (provided by MCPS) aligned with the assignment’s special‑education services must be completed within six months of hire.
Organization: Col. Zadok Magruder High School, Derwood.
Responsibilities
- Assist students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support.
- Attend to student personal care and medical needs.
- Work with students displaying physical and/or verbal aggression.
- Participate with students in learning activities off school grounds.
- Facilitate student mastery of grade‑level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
- Provide instructional and classroom‑management supports.
- Perform related clerical tasks to support teachers and professional staff.
- Continue planned instructional activities during the teacher’s temporary absence.
- Meet physical demands: frequent bending, walking, kneeling, running, and lifting objects/equipment up to 50 lb.
- Accommodate flexible scheduling, changes in location or program, and possible outside duty.
Qualifications
Education, training, and experience requirements (in order of preference):
- Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. College coursework must include a minimum of nine credit‑hours related to the education field (e.g., behavior management, instructional strategies). One year of experience working with students in structured educational or academic settings preferred. If no related coursework, then two to four years of experience working with children and adolescents in a structured setting (daycare, preschool, etc.) required.
- At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, preschool, adult‑day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school/non‑school based departments.
- Two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, preschool, adult‑day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school/non‑school based departments.
- Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
- Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered.
No specific certificate or license is required.
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 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.
- Ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
Pay
The wage range for this position is between $28.57 and $44.10 per hour, based on years of service.
Benefits
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