Hands-on Special Ed Paraeducator – Life Skills & Support

Baltimore County Public Schools; Parkville (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

403(b)/457 plans

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers and support students with instruction and daily care. The role involves working with students individually or in groups, reinforcing lessons, helping with behavior, and supporting bus and classroom activities.

Requires a high school diploma and some college credits; preferred experience with students with disabilities. The position is under the Office of Temporary and Support Services, with hourly pay scales and state

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Forty-eight college credits required.
• ParaPro Assessment passing score of 455+ before 9/1/2026.
• ParaPathways with Reading/Writing 332 and Mathematics 334.
• Foundations of Classroom Support with minimum passing score 220.
• Experience with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning, implementing and evaluating instructional lessons and materials.
• Assist students individually or in groups with instructional activities and supervision.
• Assist and/or train students in self-care and personal grooming.
• Monitor student behavior and discuss progress with instructional staff.
• Perform clerical tasks such as attendance and records maintenance.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Forty-eight college credits

ParaPro Assessment passing score 455+

ParaPathways (Reading/Writing 332; Math 334)

Foundations of Classroom Support (220+)

Job description

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers and support students with instruction and daily care. The role involves working with students individually or in groups, reinforcing lessons, helping with behavior, and supporting bus and classroom activities.

Requires a high school diploma and some college credits; preferred experience with students with disabilities. The position is under the Office of Temporary and Support Services, with hourly pay scales and state