Paraeducator - Early Intervention - Emmorton Elementary School

Position

Para educator – Special Education – Early Intervention at Emmorton Elementary School, HCPS.

Lateral transfers of instructional personnel are not considered after August 1st.

• 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 the implementation of the Individual Education Programs (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for students with special needs depending on placement.
• Monitors student behavior and implements behavioral strategies and intervention plans.
• Provides assistance with personal care needs of students including, but not limited to, lifting, transferring, feeding, toileting, and restraint as required.
• Prepares instructional materials for students as directed.
• Assists with school-wide duties including, but not limited to, field trips, school assemblies, class coverage, bus duty, and the computer lab.
• Participates in professional development programs as assigned.
• Works with students via digital platform(s) to provide support during instruction, assist with data collection, testing, and student assessment.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned, which is inclusive of in‑person duties and virtual duties as applicable.

Full‑time, ten‑month position. Salary range based on FY 2025‑2026 HCEA‑ESP Salary

Schedule:

$27,242–$45,749. Early Intervention personnel eligible to receive a $2,500 stipend. HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more. FLSA:
Non‑Exempt.

• High school diploma or GED, and
  • associate of arts degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
  • 48 college credits with grade C or higher; or
  • A passing score on a paraprofessional exam which include:
    • Para Pro score of 455 or higher taken on or before August 31, 2026
    • Para Pathways (5757):
      Reading and Writing with a score of 332 or higher AND Para Pathways:
      Mathematics with a score of 334 or higher
    • Foundations of Classroom Support (517) with a score of 220 or higher
    • Foundations of Classroom Support and Instruction (519) with a score of 220 or higher
• Possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to be trained in and perform proper restraint techniques.
• Able to lift and transfer students weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Possess specific skills as dictated by the needs of the students, e.g., sign language, ability to lift heavy objects, address medical needs, etc.

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website s.org. If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410‑588‑5238.

Online employment applications will be accepted until filled. Applications received on or before July 16, 2026 will be given first consideration.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX, Title VI, and Title VII, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals.