FY26: Teacher, Special Education (HSM), Arcola ES, 0.5 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 128,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a part-time Special Education Teacher at Arcola Elementary School. In this role, you will provide instructional support to students with disabilities and collaborate with faculty to enhance teaching effectiveness. Candidates must hold a Master's degree and possess a valid teaching certification.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalency in special education required.
• Three years of successful classroom experience in special education.
• Certification in a secondary content area is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Department of Special Education.
• Support classroom teachers in instructional planning.
• Monitor student achievement and support teacher strategies.

Skills

Knowledge of curriculum

Instructional strategies

Behavioral management

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Masters degree in special education

Advanced Professional Certificate in special education

Job description

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Summary Description

Under the supervision of school administration, provides leadership to the Department of Special Education (DSES) or program within high schools. Serves as the liaison to the DSES. Supports special education classroom teachers in the instructional program and planning for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities. Serves as an instructional role model, supports the development of a professional learning community (PLC) within the department and the school, observes and analyzes instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation. Serves as an active participant on the school based leadership team in analyzing student achievement data and supporting teachers with instructional strategies. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Teachers employed in special education schools or discrete special education service models are required to successfully complete specific courses provided by MCPS. The courses are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities, particularly courses in behavioral management which include nonviolent crisis interventions. Teachers in these identified schools and programs will be required to support behavioral interventions.

Summary Description

Under the supervision of school administration, provides leadership to the Department of Special Education (DSES) or program within high schools. Serves as the liaison to the DSES. Supports special education classroom teachers in the instructional program and planning for appropriate learning experiences for students with disabilities. Serves as an instructional role model, supports the development of a professional learning community (PLC) within the department and the school, observes and analyzes instructional practices related to teacher professional growth and evaluation. Serves as an active participant on the school based leadership team in analyzing student achievement data and supporting teachers with instructional strategies. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association agreement. Teachers employed in special education schools or discrete special education service models are required to successfully complete specific courses provided by MCPS. The courses are designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities, particularly courses in behavioral management which include nonviolent crisis interventions. Teachers in these identified schools and programs will be required to support behavioral interventions.

Job Specific Information

Arcola Elementary School follows an Innovative School calendar. We are in session 25 additional days as compared to traditional schools. Therefore, we begin our school year Monday, July 7. We are looking for a team player to join the Arcola family. The wage range for this position is a salary between $62,558 and $127,334 based on education & experience. For information about benefits, please follow this link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view This job includes required summer days for which you will be compensated at your regular rate of pay.

Job

Special Education

Organization

Arcola Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Jun 18, 2025, 11:51:09 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Knowledge of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) curriculum, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, and research-based instructional practices. Thorough knowledge of the MCPS special education program, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA 2015), Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), and state and federal policies related to special education. Ability to work well with students with disabilities, teachers, other professionals, administrators, and parents/guardians of students with disabilities. Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Ability to work effectively with adults in a PLC; observe and analyze teaching skills, and assess delivery of curriculum to students with disabilities; current in best instructional practices; collaborates with all aspects of the school community and DSES. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Knowledge of and the ability to apply the six performance standards established for the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Teacher Professional Growth System (TPGS).

Education Training Experience

Masters degree or Masters equivalency from an accredited college or university in special education, general education, educational administration and supervision, or a related field. Certification in a secondary content area is desirable. Three years or more of successful classroom experience as a special education teacher working with students with varying special instructional needs. Two distinctly different special education teaching experiences preferred. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Meets Maryland State Department of Education certification requirements for an Advanced Professional Certificate (APC) in special education.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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