Paraeducator – Instructional Support for Student Growth

Montgomery County Public Schools; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Wyngate Elementary School in Bethesda, MD seeks a part-time School Instructional Support paraeducator to assist with instructional activities, behavior management, and clerical tasks. The role supports students with IEPs and general-education classes, under teacher supervision.

Qualifications include an associate’s degree (bachelor’s preferred) and relevant experience; familiarity with Google Workspace and MS Office is desirable. Training and flexibility for location changes may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and instructional strategies aligned to IEP goals.
• Ability to assist with instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with children, youth, and staff.
• Proficiency with standard computer tools and web-based instructional resources.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and classroom management across general and special education settings.
• Assist with implementation of instructional activities during teacher absences.
• Adapt tasks to individual student needs and maintain a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience in educational setting

ParaPro assessment / related training

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Wyngate Elementary School in Bethesda, MD seeks a part-time School Instructional Support paraeducator to assist with instructional activities, behavior management, and clerical tasks. The role supports students with IEPs and general-education classes, under teacher supervision.

Qualifications include an associate’s degree (bachelor’s preferred) and relevant experience; familiarity with Google Workspace and MS Office is desirable. Training and flexibility for location changes may be required.