Itinerant Special Education Paraeducator — Level II

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 3,613,000 - 5,534,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator Level II for Harriet R. Tubman Elementary School in Gaithersburg. This itinerant, 5hrs/10mo position provides one-on-one support to a student to meet IEP accommodations and goals, with location changes as needed.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional support, assisting with behavior management, and collaborating with teachers. Requires Associate degree or 48 credits; ParaPro or equivalent preferred. Posting closes 10/21/26.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and IEP goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.
• English reading/writing/speaking; experience with students with special needs.
• Experience or coursework in education and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to meet IEP accommodations and goals.
• Assist with instruction and classroom management in various settings.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Communication

English proficiency

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based tools

Education

Associate’s degree

48 college credits

ParaPro or equivalent

2 years structured setting experience

Any combination of education/experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a Paraeducator Level II for Harriet R. Tubman Elementary School in Gaithersburg. This itinerant, 5hrs/10mo position provides one-on-one support to a student to meet IEP accommodations and goals, with location changes as needed.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional support, assisting with behavior management, and collaborating with teachers. Requires Associate degree or 48 credits; ParaPro or equivalent preferred. Posting closes 10/21/26.