Immediate: Paraeducator Level II, 504, 6hrs/10mos, Garrett Park ES, Ad Closes 1/28/26 in London

This position supports a Grade 4 student with diabetes. Training will be provided. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills and have experience working as part of a team.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: At the direction of the principal, this paraeducator performs a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well-being to support students who have accommodations in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The paraeducator may be required to assist students with various needs related to academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical support. The paraeducator work is focused on facilitating the student mastery of grade-level or above curriculum and managing behaviours that impact the student's ability to access the curriculum. The students supported at this level typically participate in general education classes throughout the school day and may be pulled out for individualised 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 types of classrooms or learning environments.

All new paraeducators 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: Frequent bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, 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. This position may require specific training in order to successfully fulfil the role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 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 behaviour. Ability to exhibit patient behaviour 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 and the ability to quickly learn and meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: One year of experience working with students in structured educational (or academic) situations preferred. If no related education coursework, then two to four years of experience working with children and adolescents in a structured setting such as a daycare, pre-school, adult day program, after-school program, extended day, or school/non-school based departments. Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.