Paraeducator, Special Education- Franklin Middle (1.0/10 months)

Baltimore County Public Schools•Reisterstown, MD

1h•$23 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a teacher, the Paraeducator assists students by performing tasks that promote learning and well-being. The position supports students individually and in groups with life-skills management, reinforcement of instruction, classroom management, and assistance getting on and off buses. Other duties may be assigned. The role is at Franklin Middle and is listed as 1.0/10 months. The Paraeducator supports teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instruction and helps students with instructional and recreational activities, supervision, self-care, personal grooming, mobility, feeding, and behavior. The role also includes observing and recording student progress, communicating observations to instructional staff, maintaining classroom safety and organization, and completing clerical and recordkeeping tasks. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the specified academic or assessment qualifications. Experience with students with disabilities and in structured student settings is preferred. The work may involve lifting, bending, climbing, and assisting with toileting. Employees may be required to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends according to student schedules. The role is non-exempt and has an hourly pay scale of $23.05–$38.04, depending on education and grade placement. Eligible employees may receive benefits through BCPS.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Attain one of the following: 48 college credits; a 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 a 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, families, employers, and staff.
Skill in training.
Ability to provide classroom and instructional support to students with special needs, supervise students, and manage behavior.
Ability to operate a computer, learn software programs, and maintain confidential information.
Ability to perform physical efforts that may include lifting heavy objects, frequent bending, and climbing; some positions may also require assisting with toileting.

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 to meet individual and collective student needs.
Assist students individually or in groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement, recreational play, field trips, and special programs.
Help maintain an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
Assist or train students up to 21 years of age 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; assist students on and off buses; and assist with feeding when required.
Monitor student behavior in the classroom and school area, observe students, and gather assessment data.
Discuss student observations and progress with instructional staff.
Perform clerical tasks, including correcting papers and tests, maintaining daily attendance logs and student records, and completing related tasks.
Operate a computer and basic office equipment as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.