Paraeducator, Special Education - Deer Park Middle Magnet School (0.5 FTE/10 Month)

Baltimore County Public Schools • Randallstown, MD

4h • $23 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a teacher, assists students through a variety of tasks that promote learning and well-being. The role supports students individually and in groups with life skills, instructional reinforcement, classroom management, personal care, and transportation assistance. The position also involves observing student progress, maintaining records, and performing other assigned duties. This is a 0.5 FTE, 10-month position at Deer Park Middle Magnet School.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following: 48 college credits; ParaPro Assessment score of at least 455 before September 1, 2026; ParaPathways scores of at least 332 in Reading/Writing and 334 in Mathematics; or Foundations of Classroom Support score of at least 220.
• Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical, and/or learning disabilities and of the educational system.
• Effective communication skills and ability to establish rapport with students, their families, employers, and staff.
• Training skills and 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.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and perform frequent bending and climbing; some positions may also require assistance with toileting.
• May be required to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends based on student schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning, and/or physical disabilities.
• One year of experience working with students in structured situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, materials, and strategies for students’ individual and collective needs.
• Support students individually and in groups with instructional and skills-reinforcement activities, recreational play, field trips, and special programs.
• Help maintain an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
• Assist or train students up to age 21 in self-care and personal grooming, including dressing, teeth brushing, toileting, and diapering.
• Adjust braces, walkers, and wheelchairs when applicable; push, lift, and transfer non-ambulatory students; help students on and off buses; and assist with feeding when required.
• Monitor student behavior in the classroom and school areas, collect assessment data, and discuss student observations and progress with instructional staff.
• Perform clerical tasks such as correcting papers and tests, keeping daily attendance logs, maintaining student folders and records, and operating a computer and basic office equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may choose from medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and disability coverage.
• 403(b) and 457 plans.
• Sick leave, paid holidays, personal business days, and bereavement days.
• Flexible leave options, including FMLA, sick bank, and board-approved leaves.
• Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System.
• Potential eligibility for extra-duty activity pay, as approved by the supervisor or principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED