Special Education Paraeducator: Empower Student Growth

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Millersville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a ParaEducator for Special Education at Ruth Parker Eason in Millersville, MD. The role supports teachers by delivering instructional activities aligned with IEPs, assisting students with disabilities, and promoting engagement across Pre-K to secondary levels.

The position emphasizes collaboration, student safety, and data collection to monitor progress, with duties spanning classroom support, transitions, and adherence to behavior plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• To work in a Title I-funded school, 48 college credit hours or a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment issued by ETS or NES required.
• Associate's Degree in Special Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers in caring for students with disabilities and delivering curriculum.
• Implements instructional plans and demonstrates tasks as designated by the teacher/service provider.
• Supports student transition and classroom activities; sets up materials and equipment.
• Assists with health and safety; follows medical protocols for feeding or seizures.
• Maintains records, collects data on student performance, and supports documentation.

Skills

Collaboration

Student support

Behavior management

Differentiated instruction

Data collection

Medical protocols

Confidentiality

Attendance & reliability

Education

HS Diploma

48 college credits / paraprofessional assessment

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video Conferencing

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a ParaEducator for Special Education at Ruth Parker Eason in Millersville, MD. The role supports teachers by delivering instructional activities aligned with IEPs, assisting students with disabilities, and promoting engagement across Pre-K to secondary levels.

The position emphasizes collaboration, student safety, and data collection to monitor progress, with duties spanning classroom support, transitions, and adherence to behavior plans.