Special Education Support Specialist (Early Intervention)

Harford County Public Schools; Edgewood, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator – Special Education – Early Intervention at Edgewood Elementary School to assist with instructional programs, support students, and help implement IEP/IFSP. This is a full-time ten-month position with competitive benefits.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus options for AA or higher, 48 college credits or approved exam scores. Strong communication, restraint training, and physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds are important; prior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with options for higher education.
• Multiple pathways to qualify (AA or higher, 48 credits, or approved exams).
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities required.
• Ability to be trained in restraint techniques and student support methods.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to students during instruction.
• Implements teacher lesson plans with individuals or small groups of students.
• Works under the direction of the teacher to provide instruction to individual or small groups of students.
• Assists with data collection, testing, and student assessment.
• Assists with IEP/IFSP implementation for students with special needs.
• Monitors student behavior and implements behavioral strategies and intervention plans.
• Assists with personal care needs of students including lifting, transferring, feeding, toileting, and restraint as required.
• Prepares instructional materials for students as directed.
• Assists with school-wide duties and virtual duties as applicable.
• Participates in professional development programs as assigned.
• Works with students via digital platforms to provide support during instruction and data collection.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Restraint techniques training

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

48 college credits (C or higher)

Passing score on ParaPro exam (455+)

ParaPathways (5757) Reading/Writing ≥332 and Math ≥334

Foundations of Classroom Support (517) ≥220

Foundations of Classroom Support and Instruction (519) ≥220

Job description

Harford County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator – Special Education – Early Intervention at Edgewood Elementary School to assist with instructional programs, support students, and help implement IEP/IFSP. This is a full-time ten-month position with competitive benefits.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, plus options for AA or higher, 48 college credits or approved exam scores. Strong communication, restraint training, and physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds are important; prior