Paraeducator, PreK TPT; No ; Up County Early Childhood Center Emory Grove Center

Job Description - IMMEDIATE:
Para educator, PreK TPT (No Benefits) - Up County Early Childhood Center located Emory Grove Center, 2hrs/10mo (260065N)

IMMEDIATE:
Para educator, PreK TPT (No Benefits) - Up County Early Childhood Center located Emory Grove Center, 2hrs/10mo

Job Specific Information :
This para educator position is part of the pre-k inclusion program at the Up County Early Childhood Center located at Emory Grove (18100 Washington Grove Lane). The hours are from 12-2:00 pm daily to assist with lunch/recess/rest in a pre-k setting.

The wage range for this position is between $20.95 and $37.00 per hour. This position does not include benefits.

At the direction of the principal, assists teachers by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being. Works individually and in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance, and support learning. 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.

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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 desktop computer hardware and software such as MS Office products and database software.

Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

These requirements are in order of preference.
1. AA degree, required. Bachelor
¿ s degree preferred.

College course work should include a minimum of nine credit-hours related to education field such as behavior management, instructional strategies, and one year experience working with students in structured educational (or academic) situations preferred.

Or:
If no related education course work, then two to four years
¿ experience working with children and adolescents required. I.e. working in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, etc. required.
2. Or at least 48 college credits and two years of experience in an education related field including preschool, adult day program, after school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc.
3. Or two years of experience in an education related field including nursery school, adult day program, after school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments, etc., and successful completion of the Para Pro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.

I.e. Opportunity for current supporting services employees
4. Any combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.