Paraeducator (4h/10mo) — Flexible Scheduling, Growth Path

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 at Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg to support students with IEPs and assist with instructional activities.

The role involves classroom management, off-site activities as needed, and collaboration with teachers to promote student learning and well-being. This is a part-time, 0.500 full-time equivalent position with potential for schedule flexibility.

Qualifications

• Needs knowledge of child development and instructional practices to support students with IEPs.
• Ability to implement instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Experience with assistive technologies and classroom management support.

Responsibilities

• Support students in achieving grade-level or alternate standards.
• Assist with classroom management and instructional activities.
• Provide clerical support to teachers and staff as needed.
• Participate in flexible scheduling and off-site activities when required.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Communication skills

English literacy (reading/writing)

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine credit-hours in education

48 college credits option

ParaPro assessment (455+)

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator at Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg to support students with IEPs and assist with instructional activities.

The role involves classroom management, off-site activities as needed, and collaboration with teachers to promote student learning and well-being. This is a part-time, 0.500 full-time equivalent position with potential for schedule flexibility.