Paraeducator Level I, Special Education, Galway ES, 6.5hrs/10mo, Ad closes 10/20/26

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator at Galway Elementary School in Silver Spring to support students with IEPs and classroom needs. The role includes assisting with instructional delivery and behavior management within general and resource settings.

New hires start at grade 13 with promotion potential to grade 14 after six months of probation and required training hours. The schedule is part-time (65 hours bi-weekly) with a 6.5-hour shift and a 1-hour lunch/recess period.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred with related education coursework.
• Experience with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• Successful ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional program implementation and monitor student behavior.
• Provide classroom management support and clerical tasks for teachers.
• Support students with IEPs in general or resource settings.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Instructional program support

Behavior monitoring

Communication skills

English proficiency

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

SSPGS core competencies

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine credit-hours related to education

Experience with students in structured educational settings

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Job Specific Information

5.5 hours Special Education para level 1 and 1 hour lunch/recess = Total 6.5 hours GRADE 13-14 The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $36.67 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

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 work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level curriculum or mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. The students supported at this level are typically in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group 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 types of classrooms or learning environments. All new paraeducators are hired at a grade 13 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 14 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and successfully completing the required number of training hours. Paraeducators in this class support the following special education services: Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES).

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).

Physical Demands

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

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.

Education, Training, and Experience

• 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 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 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

13-14 Optimal Qualified

Organization

Galway Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time | .812 (65 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job