Paraeducator (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Baltimore City Public Schools is seeking an individual to assist teachers and school administrators in planning and providing classroom instruction. The role involves working with students individually and in small groups, implementing lesson plans, assessing performance, and motivating learning.

Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and at least 48 college credits or have completed the MSDE ParaPro Assessment. Experience working with children is required. This position offers eligibility for benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• At least forty-eight college credits from an accredited college/university OR successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment.
• One year of experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons.
• Provides instructional assistance in support of classroom and learning activities.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Understanding of student learning

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

At least 48 college credits

Job description

Assists teachers and school administrators in planning and providing classroom instruction to students. Works with students individually and in small groups implementing lesson plans, assessing performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning, and assisting with classroom management. Assists teachers in coordinating instructional activities with other teachers, resource teachers, parents, and service providers.

Essential Functions

• Provides instructional assistance in support of classroom and learning activities.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, strategies, activities, and materials.
• Assists students individually and in small groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement activities, and other instruction related activities or professional development.
• Assists teachers in monitoring and managing student behavior and classroom management.
• Assists in administering tests and assessments.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students and assists in reviewing assessments and progress reports.
• Discusses observations and progress of students with instructional staff.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports, as requested.
• Assists in maintaining an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
• Performs clerical support tasks including correction of tests and work papers, maintaining attendance logs, maintaining student folders and records, maintaining inventory, and reproduction of instructional related materials.
• Provides support and instructional assistance in writing, science, computer or other technology and ensures proper maintenance and care of laboratory equipment.
• Supervises and monitors students in off-site instruction and on field trips.
• May supervise play periods and playground activities of children.
• May attend to younger children during rest periods.
• May assist students with daily living activities such as feeding and toileting including diapering when appropriate.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school boards policies and the professional standards.

Desired Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• At least forty-eight college credits from an accredited college/university OR successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment.
• One year of experience working with children.
• Certain positions may require that candidates demonstrate the ability to operate office, audio/visual, or other related equipment.
• Understanding of what motivates student learning.
• Understanding of the curriculum in the classroom to which assigned.
• Knowledge and competency in business English, spelling punctuation, grammar and arithmetic.
• Ability to exercise patience and composure in working with children including those who have special needs.
• Ability to handle all matters in a professional and confidential manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with City Schools policies, procedures, and general practice.
• Ability to work effectively with staff and children.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain clerical and student records.
• Ability to perform routine and non‑routine instructional tasks.

This position is eligible for benefits.

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long‑standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies: JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.