FY27: Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, Albert Einstein HS, 6hrs/10mo (Ad Closes 11/17/26)

Montgomery County Public Schools, MD; Kensington (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs across classrooms and instructional settings. The role may involve off-site activities and flex scheduling to align with teacher needs.

The position includes a wage range of $26.23–$40.17 per hour, based on years of service, with a 60-hour bi-weekly schedule and part-time status at grade 15-16. Knowledge of Google Workspace and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of child development and instructional practices for IEP support.
• Ability to implement instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and classroom management in various settings.
• Support students with IEPs and alternate academic standards as needed.
• Participate in planned instructional activities during teacher absence.
• Perform related clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development & instructional;

Communication skills

English proficiency

Google Workspace / MS Office

Support for students with specialNeeds

Education

Associate’s degree (required)

Bachelor’s degree preferred

48 college credits + 2 years experience

ParaPro or equivalent experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Specific Information : The wage range for this position is between $26.23 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

MCPS Official Job Description

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 with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). The paraeducator at this level may be required to participate with students in learning activities off school grounds. The paraeducator may be required to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The paraeducator work is focused on facilitating the 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. The students supported at this level 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. 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 classrooms or learning environments. All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 15 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 16 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and successfully completing the required number of training hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing. Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Outside duty may be required. Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program, as needed. Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom. 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 or the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING, 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.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None.

Job

School Instructional Support

Job Grade

15-16 Optimal Qualified

Primary Location

Kensington

Schedule

Part-time | .750 (60 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 10

Shift

Day Job