Immediate: TPT Paraeducator Level I, 504 + LHA, Seven Locks ES, 3hrs/10mo

Summary Description Of Classification

At the direction of the principal, this paraeducator performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being to support students who are diploma bound and who have accommodations in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The paraeducator work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level or above curriculum. The students supported at this level are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all types of classrooms or learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student mastery of grade-level or above curriculum
• Support students with accommodations in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Provide individualized or small group reinforcement of instruction
• Perform instructional and classroom management supports
• Perform related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff
• Continue planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom
• Accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location as needed
• Perform outside duty as required

Physical Demands

• Frequent bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, walking
• Lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 13 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 14 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and successfully completing the required number of training hours. This position may require specific training in order to successfully fulfill the role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to 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/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 and the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Education and Experience

These requirements are in order of preference:

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred. College course work should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to 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.
• 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.
• 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. Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
• Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Schedule

• 2 hours TPT para + 1 hour LHA
• Approximately 10:00 - 1:00 daily
• Part-time
• 10 working months
• Shift: Day

Pay

• Grade 13-14
• Temporary Part Time (TPT) position that does not include benefits
• Wage range is dependent on multiple factors; for wage information please contact the hiring manager