Special Education Paraprofessional, STEP Program

Washington County Public Schools; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

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Job summary

Washington County Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional for the STEP Program at Fountaindale Elementary School. The position offers a 10-month calendar, seven hours per day, with a starting hourly rate of $19.26.

The ESP Salary Scale provides potential earnings up to $34.84/hour and a 10% program differential for applicable licensure experience. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Highly Qualified status, and two years of experience with children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Highly Qualified status per ESP paraprofessional requirements.
• Two years' experience working with children or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds as needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance essential.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce skills.
• Assist teacher in devising strategies for reinforcing skills and instruction.
• Maintain classroom organization and a positive learning environment.
• Operate and assist with classroom equipment.
• Assist with supervision during instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Assist with physical care and management of students as needed.
• Follow through to carry out programs designed by the teacher.
• Participate in team planning as appropriate.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

AA degree or 48 credits

Paraprofessional Assessment Test

Job description

Washington County Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional for the STEP Program at Fountaindale Elementary School. The position offers a 10-month calendar, seven hours per day, with a starting hourly rate of $19.26.

The ESP Salary Scale provides potential earnings up to $34.84/hour and a 10% program differential for applicable licensure experience. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Highly Qualified status, and two years of experience with children.