Itinerant Special Education Paraeducator — Student Support

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a part-time paraeducator at Mill Creek Towne Elementary School in Gaithersburg. The role supports students with IEPs, assists with instructional activities, and helps maintain classroom management and student behavior throughout the day.

Requirements include an associate’s degree, with a bachelor’s preferred and coursework in education. Flexibility to work with varied schedules and locations is valued as the department supports students across classes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and instructional strategies related to assignment.
• Ability to monitor and ensure appropriate student behavior.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of instructional program.
• Support students with IEP-related needs.
• Monitor and manage student behavior.
• Provide clerical and classroom management support.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Classroom assistance

Instructional support

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

9 credit hours related to education

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a part-time paraeducator at Mill Creek Towne Elementary School in Gaithersburg. The role supports students with IEPs, assists with instructional activities, and helps maintain classroom management and student behavior throughout the day.

Requirements include an associate’s degree, with a bachelor’s preferred and coursework in education. Flexibility to work with varied schedules and locations is valued as the department supports students across classes.