FY27: Paraeducator Level I Combo- Special Education and LHA, 7hrs/10mos, Brown Station ES (Ad c[...]

Job Description FY27: Paraeducator Level I Combo – Special Education and LHA, 7 hrs per week for 10 months, Brown Station Elementary School. Job ID: 26003ZD. Ad closes 13 July 2026. Summary Under the direction of the principal, the Special Education Paraeducator provides targeted, evidence-based instruction and interventions to students with diverse learning needs in K–5 within a Title I school. The position focuses on accelerating academic development in math and literacy, closing achievement gaps, and supporting individualized education program (IEP) goals. The paraeducator delivers highly structured individual or small‑group instruction, closely analyzes student performance data to tailor lessons, assists with academic progress monitoring, prepares instructional materials, supports classroom management, and monitors students during lunch and recess daily. Key Responsibilities Provide targeted instruction and interventions for special‑education students. Accelerate academic development in math and literacy, supporting IEP goals. Deliver highly structured individual or small‑group instruction. Analyze student performance data to tailor lessons. Assist with academic progress monitoring and prepare instructional materials. Support classroom management and supervise students during lunch and recess. Assist teachers during temporary absences. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies. Ability to assist implementation of instructional programs and monitor student behavior. Patient behavior, effective communication with students, staff, and parents. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with standard computer hardware and software (Google Workspace, MS Office, web‑based tools). Ability to learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System. Education, Training & Experience Preferred order of requirements: Associate’s degree (required). Bachelor’s degree preferred. Coursework should include at least nine credit‑hours related to education field, such as behavior management and instructional strategies. One year of experience with students in structured educational settings preferred. At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, pre‑school, adult day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school‑based departments. Two years of experience in a structured setting such as daycare, pre‑school, adult day program, after‑school program, extended day, or school‑based departments. Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required. Any combination of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary for the position may be considered. Certificate and license requirements: None. Physical & Special Requirements Frequent bending, walking, and lifting up to 50 lb may be required. Outside duty may be required. Must accommodate flexible scheduling and location changes. Continues planned instructional activities during teacher’s temporary absence. Job Details Job grade: 13‑14 (optimum). Schedule: Part‑time, .875 (70 hrs bi‑weekly). Working months: 10. Shift: Day. Primary location: Gaithersburg, Brown Station Elementary School. #J-18808-Ljbffr Montgomery County Public Schools