Student Intervention Specialist - Paraprofessional Support

Washington County Public Schools; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Student Intervention Specialist at Smithsburg High School to support at-risk students. The role includes direct student contact, case management, and collaboration with school staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with Highly Qualified status or Paraprofessional Praxis, and prioritizes attendance and effective communication with students and families. The assignment is 7 hours per day over a 10-month year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Highly Qualified status (A.A. Degree, 48 credit hours, or Paraprofessional Praxis Test).
• Experience working with at-risk youth preferred.
• Regular and predictable attendance essential.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Implement school-based dropout prevention efforts.
• Meet regularly with targeted students to build relationships and assess needs.
• Provide case management and intervention for identified students.
• Develop strategies to reduce absenteeism, improve grades and reduce discipline referrals.
• Coordinate with families through meetings, calls and home visits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Technology skills

Attendance

Education

High school diploma/GED

A.A. Degree or Paraprofessional Praxis Test

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Washington County Public Schools is seeking a Paraprofessional Student Intervention Specialist at Smithsburg High School to support at-risk students. The role includes direct student contact, case management, and collaboration with school staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with Highly Qualified status or Paraprofessional Praxis, and prioritizes attendance and effective communication with students and families. The assignment is 7 hours per day over a 10-month year.