The Maryland School for the Blind
Location
Baltimore County, Maryland
Salary
$20 - $24 / HOUR
The paraeducator assists classroom teachers with the implementation of individualized educational programs and instructional materials. They also provide direct support to students with personal hygiene, mobility, communication, and vocational coaching.
Candidates must hold an Associate Degree, 48 college credits, or a ParaPro Assessment, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. Fluency in American Sign Language and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs are required.
With supervision, assists the classroom teacher in the implementation of individualized educational programs (IEP).
· Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for individuals and families · Life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability, employee assistance program · 403(b) match after 1 year of employment · 1 religious leave day, 6 paid holidays, up to 3 days of business leave per year, paid sick leave accrued at a rate of 1.4 hours per 30 regular hours worked in a pay period, paid spring break and winter break · Tuition Reimbursement
Knowledge, skills and general abilities: 1. Requires a minimum of an Associate Degree, 48 college credits, or a ParaPro Assessment. Bachelors degree preferred. 2. Must be at least 21 years of age and fluent in American Sign Language. 3. Basic knowledge of special education classroom principles and practices, and their application to the instruction of students with multiple disabilities and visual impairments including blindness preferred. 4. Experience instructing students with severe and profound disabilities, or students with emotional disorders and use of behavior management strongly preferred. 5. Basic knowledge child development and visual impairment and related materials, i.e. large print and Braille preferred. 6. One year of experience in a youth leadership role preferred. 7. Basic knowledge of orthopedically disabled children including handling, lifting, positioning, and feeding techniques, and use of related equipment preferred. 8. Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push or pull in excess of 100 lbs. unassisted. 9. Comprehensive knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, and Google Suite.
Market context
In Maryland, teaching assistant roles are often driven by school staffing needs and support for students with disabilities, so openings can appear throughout the year. Competition can be tighter for candidates who already meet the education threshold and can show strong verbal and interpersonal skills; this role also includes benefits such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Before applying, confirm your diploma or GED plus associate degree or 48 college credits, and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.