FY27: Paraeducator Level I​/II Combo, Special Education (PEP and HSM), Stonegate ES, 5.5hrs​/10mo

Job Description - FY27:
Para educator Level I/II Combo, Special Education (PEP and HSM), Stonegate ES, 5.5hrs/10mos, Ad closes 8/13/26 (26005C9)

Job Description

FY27:
Para educator Level I/II Combo, Special Education (PEP and HSM), Stonegate ES, 5.5hrs/10mos, Ad closes 8/13/26

Job Specific Information :
The para educator would support students receiving special education services inside of general education for 2 hours, and then would support a preschool special education classroom in the afternoon for 3.5 hours. The start time for the position is 9:30.2hrs 6551 3.5hrs 6552

The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $40.17 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

MCPS Official Job Description

At the direction of the principal, this para educator performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP). The para educator at this level may be required to participate with students in learning activities off school grounds. The para educator may be required to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support.

The para educator work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level curriculum or mastery of Alternate Academic Achievement Standards and managing behaviors that impact the student’s ability to access to the curriculum. The students supported at this level typically participate in general education classes and specialized instructional settings throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction.

This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all classrooms or learning environments. All new para educators are hired at a grade 15 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 16 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and successfully completing the required number of training hours.

Paraeducators in this class support the following special education services: PEP, Transition, DHOH, Speech, Vision, Physical Impairments, Elementary Learning Center, Bridge, Autism Resource Services (ARS), Autism Connections.

(Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.

(Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Outside duty may be required. Must be able to accommodate flexible scheduling and change of location and/or program, as needed. Continues planned instructional activities during teacher's temporary absence from the classroom. This position may require specific training in order to successfully fulfill the role.

Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to assignment, and instructional goals and policies of Montgomery County Public Schools. Ability to assist with implementation of the instructional program and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior. Ability to exhibit patient behavior and to work effectively with children, young adults, and staff members. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and to perform all required tasks.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to read/write/speak English. Ability to interact with and support students with special needs. Knowledge of standard computer hardware and software such as Google Workspace, MS Office and web-based instructional tools. Knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

These requirements are in order of preference.

• Associate’s degree, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. College course work should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education field…