Special Education Paraeducator — Student Support & Life Skills

Baltimore County Public Schools; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools seeks a dedicated paraeducator to support students under a teacher's supervision. The role includes assisting with instructional activities, life skills, and behavior management to promote student learning and well-being.

Responsibilities include supporting individual and group activities, aiding with field trips, and performing clerical tasks. Requires HS diploma; multiple qualification options accepted; fingerprinting and background check required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Forty-eight (48 college credits).
• ParaPro Assessment with passing score of 455 or higher before 9/1/2026.
• ParaPathways with minimum passing scores: Reading/Writing (332) and Mathematics (334).
• Foundations of Classroom Support with a minimum passing score of 220.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred.
• One year’s experience working with students in structured situations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning, implementing and evaluating instructional lessons and materials to meet student needs.
• Assist students individually or in groups with instructional activities, supervision of field trips and programs, and maintaining a neat, safe classroom.
• Assist/train students in self-care tasks including dressing, brushing, toileting, and wheelchair adjustments; assist with transfers and feeding as needed.
• Monitor student behavior and discuss progress with instructional staff; observe and collect assessment data.
• Perform clerical tasks such as correcting papers, keeping attendance, and maintaining student records; operate basic office equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Behavior management

Training skills

Computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

48 college credits

ParaPro Assessment (passing 455+)

ParaPathways (Reading/Writing 332; Math 334)

Foundations of Classroom Support (score 220)

Tools

Computer

Job description

Baltimore County Public Schools seeks a dedicated paraeducator to support students under a teacher's supervision. The role includes assisting with instructional activities, life skills, and behavior management to promote student learning and well-being.

Responsibilities include supporting individual and group activities, aiding with field trips, and performing clerical tasks. Requires HS diploma; multiple qualification options accepted; fingerprinting and background check required.