Teacher Assistant: Special Education - Hebron-Harman Elementary

Anne-Arundel-County-Public-Schools; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant: Special Education at Hebron-Harman Elementary in Hanover, MD. The role provides support to students with disabilities under the direction of teachers and service providers, with emphasis on supervision, instruction, and data collection.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalency) and, for Title I schools, 48 college credits or a paraprofessional assessment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Title I: 48 college credit hours or paraprofessional assessment required.
• Experience: Previous experience with students with disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge/Abilities: patience, instructional methods, diverse learners, data collection, transportation.

Responsibilities

• Adapt activities and materials to support classroom objectives.
• Assist in implementing instructional programs and provide instruction in group and individual activities.
• Participate in implementing IEP goals and behavioral plans.
• Perform clerical tasks to prepare instructional materials.
• Maintain data collection and documentation of activities and assistance.
• Attend meetings and professional trainings.
• Assist with medical and personal care needs as instructed by health professionals.

Skills

Patience with diverse learners

Ability to learn instructional methods

Communication with diverse populations

Data documentation and reporting

Mobility assistance support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

48 college credits or paraprofessional assessment (ETS or NES)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Video/Web Conferencing

Job description

Teacher Assistant: Special Education - Hebron-Harman Elementary

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Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher Assistant: Special Education

JOB SUMMARY

Performs duties under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or service provider to provide support and assist with the instructional program within the assigned school with specific responsibility for assisting in supervision and instruction of students with disabilities; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs and behavioral and social/emotional needs. Performs extensive and detailed data collection and documentation of each essential duty. The position may be 10 or 12 months depending on assignment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the classroom teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.
• Assists in implementing instructional programs and lesson plans and provides instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities.
• Participates in the implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and behavioral plans by the IEP team for students with behavioral needs or other special conditions.
• Performs clerical tasks to assist in the preparation of instructional materials.
• Maintains data collection and documentation of activities, assignments and assistance provided to students.
• Attends meetings, professional development, medical and behavioral trainings.
• May assist with administering immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, medication, etc.), assists students with personal care tasks, including but not limited to, bathroom, clothing, hygiene, and toileting, and applies and removes physical therapy appliances as instructed by the service provider according to the IEP plan.
• Assists students with mobility needs such as lifting and positioning, in and out of wheelchairs; loading and unloading on the bus; transporting students in their wheelchairs in and around school and on field trips.
• Assists students with accessing their electronic communicators, switches, pointers, feeder, etc.
• Assists with pre-lunch and lunch activities and monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Other: 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.

Experience

• Previous experience working with students with disabilities preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Considerable patience and the ability to work with students who have physical, cognitive and behavior challenges.
• Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assists teachers.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
• Ability to meet IEP goals and/or district benchmarks.
• Ability to present and/or reinforce leaning concepts.
• Ability to ensure equipment is connected and functioning properly.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business software (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, Outlook and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• To work in a Title I-funded school, a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment, in lieu of 48 college credit hours, issued by ETS or NES required.
• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.

Qualification Requirements for Title I Facilities requires:

• New hires or transfers who have successfully achieved the Highly-Qualified ParaEducator status through successful completion of the ParaPro assessment or post-secondary education in accordance with the mandated requirements for Title I and/or relevant laws in place are eligible for placement at Grade 6 (Higher Grade). However, placement in Grade 6 (Higher Grade) is contingent on having met the aforementioned requirements and the school's Title I status. Grade placement may be reduced if the school no longer qualifies as Title I and/or you voluntarily transfer to a non-Title I Teacher Assistant position.

Eligibility for Consideration for Promotional Increase from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as (1) standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; (2) demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; and (3) regular and punctual attendance.

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• 20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed.

JOB INFORMATION

• Approved Date: 4/1/2026
• Established Date: 7/1/2014
• Title Code: D33053
• Title: TEACHER ASSISTANT: SPECIAL EDUCATION
• Alternate Title: Teacher Assistant: Special Education
• Reports to Generic: Principal
• Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

• Division: Academics
• Business Unit: Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention
• Department:
• Negotiated Agreement: Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

• Unit: IV
• Days Worked: 191; 260
• FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
• Grade: SG05;SG06
• Position Type: 1.00 FTE
• Job Categories:
  • Instructional Support > Individual Aide
  • Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]