Paraeducator II — IEP Support & Flexible Scheduling

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs under the direction of the principal. The role may include off-campus activities and assisting with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs to help students access curriculum in general and special education settings.

Candidates typically hold an Associate's degree; a bachelor's is preferred. Training will include SSPGS competencies; the position is grade 15-16 with a six-month probationary

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Education coursework in behavior management or instructional strategies is desired.
• Experience with students in structured educational settings is preferred.
• ParaPro assessment with qualifying score may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with IEP-related activities and goals.
• Support instructional programs and manage classroom behavior.
• Provide clerical support to teachers and staff as needed.
• Work with general and specialized instructional settings.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Verbal communication

Written communication

English literacy

Google Workspace

MS Office

Assist students with special needs

SSPGS core competencies

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nine credit-hours related to education

48 college credits and two years experience

ParaPro assessment score 455+

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs under the direction of the principal. The role may include off-campus activities and assisting with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs to help students access curriculum in general and special education settings.

Candidates typically hold an Associate's degree; a bachelor's is preferred. Training will include SSPGS competencies; the position is grade 15-16 with a six-month probationary