Paraeducator - STRIVE - William S. James Elementary School
Listed on 2026-07-24
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant
Para educator - STRIVE - William S. James Elementary School - 2026 - 2027 School Year
Harford, United States
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Job DescriptionVACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
May 27, 2026
HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom.
PARA EDUCATOR – SPECIAL EDUCATION – STRIVE PROGRAM
William S. James Elementary School
Lateral transfers of instructional personnel are not considered after August 1st.
To assist school staff with instructional programs, activities, and personal needs of students.
Essential Duties and 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 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.
This is a full-time ten-month position. Salary range based on the FY HCEA-ESP Salary Schedule for Para educator Personnel. Starting Salary: $27,242– Maximum Earnings Potential $45,749. Para educator-STRIVE personnel are eligible to receive a $2,500 stipend.
HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.
Qualifications- 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 .
Online employment applications will be accepted until filled. Applications received on or before June 2, 2026 will be given first consideration.
In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 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…
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