Special Education Paraeducator — Classroom Support & Growth

Baltimore City Public Schools; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Baltimore City Public Schools seeks a paraprofessional to assist teachers in planning and delivering classroom instruction and to support students individually and in groups. You will help with assessments, behavior management, and materials preparation, while maintaining records and assisting with general clerical tasks.

The role involves supporting multiple subjects and activities, including labs or technology-related instruction, and requires patience, reliability, and the ability to follow

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• At least 48 college credits OR MSDE ParaPro Assessment.
• One year of experience working with children.
• Ability to operate office/AV equipment.
• Understanding of what motivates student learning.
• Understanding of classroom curriculum.
• Strong business English, spelling, punctuation, grammar.
• Ability to be patient and composed with children, including those with special needs.
• Professional and confidential conduct.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to adhere to City Schools policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, strategies, activities, and materials.
• Assist students individually and in small groups with instructional activities and related tasks.
• Assist in administering tests and assessments.
• Monitor student behavior and assist with classroom management.
• Prepare instructional materials, audio-visual aids, and reports as requested.
• Maintain a neat, safe classroom and maintain student records and files.
• Perform clerical tasks including corrections, attendance logs, and inventory.
• Support writing, science, computer or other technology instruction and maintain equipment.
• Supervise students during off-site activities and field trips; assist with rest periods as needed.

Skills

Motivating students

Patience

Communication

Confidentiality

Classroom management

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college credits

MSDE ParaPro Assessment

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Baltimore City Public Schools seeks a paraprofessional to assist teachers in planning and delivering classroom instruction and to support students individually and in groups. You will help with assessments, behavior management, and materials preparation, while maintaining records and assisting with general clerical tasks.

The role involves supporting multiple subjects and activities, including labs or technology-related instruction, and requires patience, reliability, and the ability to follow