Paraeducator II: PreK & Early Learning Support (Part-Time)

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is hiring a Paraeducator Level II for PreK/Head Start/PEP at Strawberry Knoll Elementary. This 6-hour, 10-month role assists classroom activities and student well-being, under the principal’s direction.

The position requires an associate degree; a bachelor’s may be preferred, and relevant education credits or ParaPro score are valued. Flexible scheduling may apply, with a pathway to promotion within the unit.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development, instructional strategies, and policies.
• Ability to assist with instructional activities and behavior support.
• Strong English reading/writing communication and collaboration with staff.

Responsibilities

• Support prekindergarten learners in instruction and classroom management.
• Assist with activities focused on readiness, language, literacy, and math.
• Perform related clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

English communication

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Technology literacy

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nine college credits in education

ParaPro assessment passing score 455+

48 college credits + 2 years experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is hiring a Paraeducator Level II for PreK/Head Start/PEP at Strawberry Knoll Elementary. This 6-hour, 10-month role assists classroom activities and student well-being, under the principal’s direction.

The position requires an associate degree; a bachelor’s may be preferred, and relevant education credits or ParaPro score are valued. Flexible scheduling may apply, with a pathway to promotion within the unit.