Paraeducator, Assistive Technology

BCPS•Baltimore, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the guidance of the Assistive Technology Specialist, this role supports the management and implementation of Assistive Technology tools and best practices to help meet the needs of students and staff. The position involves managing school support requests, maintaining technology preparation workflows, and providing technical support for equipment troubleshooting to school teams, providers, and parents. It also includes assisting with the maintenance, use, and distribution of equipment and software, supporting the creation of low-tech communication systems, and managing the inventory of assistive technology devices. Additionally, the role supports the development of materials for professional development workshops on assistive technology and assists with the planning, preparation, and evaluation of learning opportunities offered by the assistive technology office. Clerical tasks such as filing, documentation, and completing forms are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent
Attainment of ONE of the following qualifications is required: Forty-eight (48 college credits)
ParaPro Assessment with passing score of 455 or higher before 9/1/2026
ParaPathways with minimum passing scores: Reading/Writing (322) and Mathematics (334)
Foundations of Classroom Support with a minimum passing score of 220
Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.
Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical, and/or learning disabilities.
Knowledge of the educational system.
Knowledge of personal computers and office software packages.
Skill in communicating effectively.
Skill in establishing rapport with students, families, employers, and staff.
Skill in training.
Ability to provide classroom and instructional support to students with special needs.
Ability to supervise students and manage behavior.
Ability to operate a computer and learn software programs.
Ability to maintain confidential information.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred.
One year’s experience working with students in structured situations is preferred.
Experience working with students needing assistive technology support preferred.
Crisis Prevention Intervention certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Review and disburse active school support requests as appropriate.
Maintain technology preparation workflow.
Provide support to school teams, providers, and parents regarding equipment troubleshooting.
Assist Assistive Technology staff with maintenance, use and distribution of equipment and software.
Support creation of low-tech communication systems for identified students.
Responsible for inventory control system of assistive technology devices (e.g., digital inventory, labeling equipment, assigning equipment, contacting vendors for maintenance).
Support development of materials needed to deliver countywide professional development workshops focusing on supporting students with assistive technology needs.
Assist with planning, preparation, and evaluation of professional learning opportunities offered by the assistive technology office.
Perform a variety of clerical tasks, including filing, documentation, duplication of handouts for training sessions, and completing forms on the computer.
Performs other duties as assigned.