Impactful Special Education Paraeducator - Long-Term Substitute

Montgomery County Public Schools; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator for Wayside Elementary School in Potomac. This long-term substitute position runs until November 14, 2026, with a wage range of $18.00 per hour, and is a Temporary Part Time role without benefits.

The role supports students with IEPs through instructional and classroom management tasks, with collaboration with teachers to implement the instructional program. Associate’s degree is required; bachelor’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• ParaPro assessment with a qualifying score of 455+ required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with academic, behavioral, social, and physical support.
• Provide personal care and respond to medical needs as needed.
• Support instructional activities and classroom management.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement instructional programs.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Communication skills

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

SSPGS core competencies

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator for Wayside Elementary School in Potomac. This long-term substitute position runs until November 14, 2026, with a wage range of $18.00 per hour, and is a Temporary Part Time role without benefits.

The role supports students with IEPs through instructional and classroom management tasks, with collaboration with teachers to implement the instructional program. Associate’s degree is required; bachelor’s preferred.