Paraeducator II - Student Growth & Learning Support

mcps; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Potential for promotion after 6-months

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, MD seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs under the principal's direction. Responsibilities include facilitating grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, assisting with instructional activities, and managing behaviors to help students access the curriculum.

The role may involve off-site activities, flexible scheduling, and collaboration with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Education coursework with nine credits is advantageous.
• Experience in structured educational settings is preferred.
• ParaPro Assessment score of 455 or higher is required or considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with IEP goals and learning activities.
• Support instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Facilitate activities in general or specialized settings as needed.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Effective communication

English literacy

Google Workspace

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Nine credit-hours education coursework

One year of experience in structured education

48 college credits + two years experience

Two years experience in structured setting

ParaPro Assessment 455+ score

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, MD seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs under the principal's direction. Responsibilities include facilitating grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards, assisting with instructional activities, and managing behaviors to help students access the curriculum.

The role may involve off-site activities, flexible scheduling, and collaboration with teachers and staff.