Paraeducator, Special Education - Riverview Elementary School (1.0 FTE/10 month)

BCPS•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a teacher, the Paraeducator assists students with tasks that promote learning and well-being. The role provides individual and group support, including life-skills assistance, instructional reinforcement, classroom management support, and help getting students on and off buses. Students supported may be up to 21 years of age. Other duties may be assigned. The position is listed as 1.0 FTE and 10 month. It is non-exempt and paid hourly at Grade 31–35, depending on education. The stated hourly base pay scale is $23.05–$38.04, effective July 1, 2026. The role may be eligible for extra-duty activity pay with supervisor or principal approval. Employees may be required to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends based on student schedules. BCPS offers eligible employees medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include sick leave, paid holidays, personal business and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board-approved leaves. Eligible employees may join the Maryland State Retirement System. New hires attend benefits and retirement orientation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet one of the listed qualification pathways: 48 college credits; a ParaPro Assessment score of at least 455 before 9/1/2026; 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.
Knowledge of the educational system.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to establish rapport with students, their families, employers, and staff.
Training skills.
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.
Ability to perform physical efforts that may include lifting heavy objects and frequent bending and climbing; some positions may require toileting assistance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, materials, and strategies to meet students’ individual and collective needs.
Assist students individually or in groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement, recreational play, field-trip supervision, and special programs.
Help maintain an attractive, neat, and safe classroom.
Assist or train students 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 and assist students on and off buses.
Assist students with feeding when required.
Help teachers monitor student behavior in the classroom and school area.
Observe students and gather assessment data; discuss observations and student progress with instructional staff.
Perform clerical tasks such as correcting papers or tests, keeping daily attendance logs, and maintaining student folders and records.
Operate a computer and basic office equipment as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.