FYCombo​/Paraeducator Level I, Special Education, School Model

Job Description

Position:
Para educator (Level
1) and Lunch Hour Aide

Hours:

2.5 hours home school model para educator Level 1; 2 hours of lunch hour aide

Wage:
The wage range for this position is between $23.61 and $34.82 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

Benefits information

At the direction of the principal, the 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 helps students master grade-level curriculum or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. Students supported at this level are typically in general education classes and may be pulled out for individualized or small group instruction.

This role also provides instructional and classroom management supports, as well as related clerical tasks to support teachers and other professional staff in all types of classrooms or learning environments. All new para educators are hired at a grade 13 and have the opportunity to promote to a grade 14 after successfully completing the six-month probationary period and the required training hours.

Paraeducators in this class support the following special education services:
Twice Exceptional, Learning & Academic Disabilities / Resource Services (HSM, HBS, LAD/RES).

Physical Demands: Frequent bending, walking, and lifting of objects/equipment up to 50 pounds may be required.

Special Requirements: 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.

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies and practices applicable to the 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:

Certificate and License Requirements: None.