Paraeducator – Instructional Prekindergarten

Young World Physical Education

Park Hall (MD)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

St. Mary’s County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator for Instructional Prekindergarten at Park Hall Elementary. Ten-month term with seven-hour days; pay scheduled per EASMC-ESP Range 9. Starting September 2026, salary range $27,999 to $42,351 annually.

The paraeducator will collaborate with teachers, support instructional activities, and assist in managing classroom operations to support Pre-K students’ learning and development.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED is required.
Associate's degree or CDA certificate acceptable.
Five years in an Early Childhood Public School before June 30, 2024 with documented effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Assist classroom teacher to support instructional goals.
Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
Assist with materials, activities, and organizing instruction.

Skills

collaboration

confidentiality

technology use

punctuality

written and oral communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree

CDA certificate

Five years Early Childhood Public School experience

Job description

Paraeducator – Instructional Prekindergarten

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Job Details

Job ID: 5886343
Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Release Date: August 14, 2026 Application Deadline: August 28, 2026

Requisition: 12453

Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position: Paraeducator - Instructional Prekindergarten

Location: Park Hall Elementary School

Salary:The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for ten-month seven-hour employees - Range 9. ($27,999-$42,351)

Effective: September 2026

Nature of Work:

The paraeducator will work under the direction of the classroom teacher to support the delivery of developmentally appropriate learning opportunities. The position is a ten-month position that has the responsibility to provide instructional support to students and support for teachers as needed. The position will support the instructional needs of the classroom. The work is performed under the general direction of the classroom teacher and in collaboration with the school administration. The paraeducator may be assigned by the building principal or the principal’s designee to support any elementary grade level (Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5), as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
Ability to report to work daily and on time
Ability to work independently
Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
Ability to work under pressure.
Possess effective organizational skills
Possess effective written and oral communication skills
Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary’s County Public School System

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works collaboratively with the classroom teacher or the Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT) and at times, works independently to support the instructional goals of the students and class
Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
Assists students with instructional activities and projects, and assists the classroom teacher with maintaining and organizing materials of instruction
Meets regularly with the teacher at a designated time for planning and evaluating student's progress
Assists in developing learning activities with the teacher or IRT
Assists in guiding students in working and playing with others
Provides escort and assistance to students as necessary
Assists in the supervision of students on trips and other school-related activities
Assists teachers in conducting home visits to families as needed
Assists in the family-style eating opportunities provided to students in the Pre-Kindergarten Program
Assist teachers and other professionals in maintaining and updating information in student records
Attends to toileting and diapering needs of students enrolled in the program
Prepares, under the direction of the teacher or IRT, appropriate learning activities, stations, and materials
Reinforces learning activities with appropriate audio-visual aids and other materials
Assist teacher in maintaining neat work and center areas;
Assists in activities planned for and with parents
Attends workshops and in-service training sessions
Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

High School Diploma or GED
Associate's degree (documents must be uploaded in application OR
Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate(documents must be uploaded in application OR
Five years in an Early Childhood Public School before June 30, 2024, with effective evaluation (must be listed in your employment section)

Preferred: