Paraeducator Level II, Special Education Itinerant, S. Christa McAuliffe ES

Job Description

Job Specific Information:
This position will be working one‑on‑one with a Kindergarten student. This is a Temporary Part Time (TPT) position that does not include benefits. Wage range is dependent on multiple factors. For wage information for this position, please contact the hiring manager.

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 the curriculum. The students supported at this level may participate in general education classes and/or specialized instructional settings throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualized or small group reinforcement of 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (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).

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
None.