Job Description
Job Description
Under the guidance of Assistive Technology Specialist, supports management and implementation of Assistive Technology tools and best practices to help meet the needs of students and staff.
Responsibilities
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
• Review and disburse active school support requests as appropriate.
• Maintain technology preparation workflow.
• Provide support to school teams, providers, and parents regarding equipment troubleshooting.
• Assist Assistive Technology staff with maintenance, use and distribution of equipment and software.
• Support creation of low-tech communication systems for identified students.
• Responsible for inventory control system of assistive technology devices (e.g., digital inventory, labeling equipment, assigning equipment, contacting vendors for maintenance).
• Support development of materials needed to deliver countywide professional development workshops focusing on supporting students with assistive technology needs.
• Assist with planning, preparation, and evaluation of professional learning opportunities offered by the assistive technology office.
• Perform a variety of clerical tasks, including filing, documentation, duplication of handouts for training sessions, and completing forms on the computer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, And Experience
HS diploma or equivalent
Attainment Of ONE Of The Following Qualifications Is Required
• Forty-eight (48 college credits)
• ParaPro Assessment with passing score of 455 or higher before 9/1/2026 https://parapro.ets.org/
• ParaPathways with minimum passing scores: Reading/Writing (322) and Mathematics (334)
• Foundations of Classroom Support with a minimum passing score of 220 https://www.nestest.com/state/md
• Experience working with individuals with developmental, emotional, learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred. One year’s experience working with students in structured situations is preferred. Experience working with students needing assistive technology support preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
• Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent is required.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
• Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental, emotional, physical, and/or learning disabilities. Knowledge of the educational system. Knowledge of personal computers and office software packages.
• Skill in communicating effectively. Skill in establishing rapport with students, 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.
• Position requires some travel to BCPS schools and sites.
• Persons appointment to this position would be required to maintain a valid driver's license.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary: Grade 31-35 depending on education. $23.05 - $38.04 (Hourly Base Pay Scale for Non-Exempt Paraeducators Represented by ESPBC, Effective July 1, 2026)
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.
Other Compensation
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools .
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 .
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
Class Established/Revised: 7/2017, 7/2026
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not references nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also give their reference(s) for the job to which they are applying.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.
Pre-Employment Requirements
• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to signing the contract.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Contact Information
The Office of Temporary and Support Services
otshiring@bcps.org
443-809-8952