Immediate: Paraeducator Level III, Special Education (Autism), Cannon Road ES, 7hrs/10mo, Ad Closes 11/4/26

Montgomery County Public Schools, MD; Silver Spring (MD); In loco; USD 39.000 - 61.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator for Cannon Road Elementary School in Silver Spring to support students with IEPs, assist in instructional activities, and help manage classroom routines. The role may involve off-campus activities and flexible scheduling.

Strong knowledge of instructional strategies and behavior management is expected. The position is at grade 17-18 with probation and requires a degree and/or credentials as outlined, with training provided by MCPS.

Competenze

• Associate’s degree required; a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 48 college credits with two years of structured education experience preferred.
• ParaPro Assessment with qualifying score (455+) may be required.
• Evidence of knowledge in behavior management and instructional strategies is expected.

Mansioni

• Support students with IEPs and assist with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Attend to student personal care and medical needs; may work with students off school grounds.
• Assist with instructional activities and classroom management; perform related clerical tasks to support teachers.

Conoscenze

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Communication

English literacy

Formazione

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

48 college credits

ParaPro Assessment

Combination of education/experience

Strumenti

Google Workspace

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

Job Specific Information : This is a Title I school. To be eligible for this position, the candidate must already have uploaded to their profile one of the following to qualify:1. Unofficial university transcript with 48+ credits2. If your degree or credits were attained from outside the United States, provide an official transcript that has been evaluated through an agency approved by the Maryland State Department of Education OR3. Unofficial result with a passing score on one of the following Assessments (Para Pathways, Foundation of Classroom Support, or Foundations of Classroom Support and Instruction)Official documents will be requested at the time of hire to be sent to the staffing team: [e-mail] wage range for this position is between $28.57and $44.10 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 may be required to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. Successful student support will include attending to student personal care and medical needs and may require work with students that display physical and/or verbal aggression. The paraeducator at this level may be required to participate with students in learning activities off of school grounds. The paraeducator work at this level is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level curriculum or mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. The students supported at this level typically participate in specialized instructional settings throughout the school day. 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 17 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 18 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, kneeling, running, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) 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. Specialized training (provided by MCPS) in alignment with the assignment special education services required within 6 months of starting in the position.

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, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
These requirements are in order of preference.1.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.OR2. At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in an 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.OR3.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.OR4. 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 : 17-18 Optimal Qualified

Organization

Cannon Road Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time | .875 (70 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 10

Shift

Day Job