Itinerant Special Education Paraeducator

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support students with IEPs. Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, managing student behavior, and providing clerical support within various learning environments.

The role emphasizes promoting student learning, flexibility in scheduling, and potential off-site participation as needed. Strong communication and English literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 9 college credits related to education.
• If no related coursework, two to four years of structured experience.
• ParaPro Assessment with qualifying score (455+) may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Support student learning and well-being under the principal's direction.
• Assist with instructional activities and classroom management.
• Provide clerical support to teachers and staff as needed.
• May participate in off-site or after-school instructional activities.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Instructional goals & policies

Effective communication

English proficiency

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

SSPGS core competencies

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine college credits in education

48 college credits alternative

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support students with IEPs. Responsibilities include assisting with instructional activities, managing student behavior, and providing clerical support within various learning environments.

The role emphasizes promoting student learning, flexibility in scheduling, and potential off-site participation as needed. Strong communication and English literacy are essential.