Paraeducator II: Special Needs Student Support & Instruction

mcps; Maryland; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) seeks a paraeducator to promote student learning and well-being for students with IEPs. You may accompany students off-site and assist with academic, behavioral, social, and physical needs to help access curriculum.

Role includes instructional support, classroom management, and clerical tasks, with entry at grade 15 and potential promotion to grade 16 after six months of probation and required training hours.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Alternative: 48 college credits with two years of relevant work experience.
• Alternative: two years of structured setting experience; ParaPro score 455+.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional program delivery and activities.
• Monitor and support student behavior and engagement.
• Support students with special needs and communicate effectively.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Communication skills

Patience and teamwork

Education

Associate's degree required

Bachelor's degree preferred

48 college credits

ParaPro Assessment 455+

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) seeks a paraeducator to promote student learning and well-being for students with IEPs. You may accompany students off-site and assist with academic, behavioral, social, and physical needs to help access curriculum.

Role includes instructional support, classroom management, and clerical tasks, with entry at grade 15 and potential promotion to grade 16 after six months of probation and required training hours.