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Position Type:
SUPPORT – INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT POSITIONS/PARA-SPECIAL EDUCATION (A3507)
Date Posted:
10/14/2024
Location:
VINCENT FARM ELEMENTARY (153301)
Closing Date:
10/23/2024
BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
CLASS TITLE: Paraeducator – Special Education – Vincent Farm Elementary School (10 months; FY24-25)
REPORTS TO: Principal
TITLE CODE: A3507
SALARY: Grade 31-35 depending on education. $21.12-$34.83 (Hourly Base Pay Scale for Non-Exempt Paraeducators Represented by ESPBC, Effective July 1, 2024)
DEFINITION: Under the supervision of a teacher, assists students by performing a variety of tasks that promote student learning and well being. Duties involve working with students individually and in groups providing life skills management assistance, reinforcing instruction, assisting with classroom management and assisting students on and off of buses. Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assists teachers in planning, implementing and evaluating instructional lessons, materials, strategies and materials to meet the individual and collective needs of students.
Assists students individually or in groups with instructional activities, skills reinforcement activities, recreational play, supervision of field trip experiences and special programs. Helps maintain an attractive, neat and safe classroom.
Assists and/or trains students (up to 21 years of age) in self-care, and personal grooming to include such activities as undressing, dressing, teeth brushing, toileting, and diapering. Adjusts braces, walkers and wheelchairs when applicable. Pushes, lifts, and transfers non-ambulatory students and assist students on and off buses. Assists students with feeding, when required.
Assists teacher in monitoring student behavior while in the classroom and the school area. Observes and gathers assessment data on students. Discusses observations/progress of students with instructional staff.
OTHER DUTIES:
Performs a variety of clerical tasks, including correction work papers/tests keeping daily attendance log, maintaining appropriate student folders/records and other related tasks as assigned, may be required to operate a computer and basis office equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience:
HS diploma, or equivalent, plus 48 college credits or successful completion of the MSDE ParaPro Assessment required.
Experience working with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred. One year experience working with students in structured situations is preferred.
Licenses and Certificates:
none
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical and/or learning disabilities. Knowledge of the educational system.
Skill in communicating effectively. Skill in establishing rapport with students, their 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.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class entails physical efforts such as lifting heavy objects and frequent bending and climbing. Some positions may also require assistance with toileting.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Employees in this class may be required to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends based on the schedules of students.
OTHER COMPENSATION:
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll.
This position may be eligible for extra duty activity pay, as approved by the Supervisor/Principal. Visit the BCPS website to review the ESPBC Master Agreement for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include sick, paid holidays, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.
Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement System.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at
https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).
Contact Information:
The Office of Temporary and Support Services
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-8954
Email: otshiring@bcps.org
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