Paraeducator Level I: Part-Time Classroom Support

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is hiring a Paraeducator Level I, Grade 1, 7hrs/10mos at Brown Station Elementary School. The role supports students in general education and may involve pulling out for small group instruction, under the supervision of the principal and teachers.

The position requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and related experience or coursework. Official transcripts or test scores may be requested during hire, with a title I school context

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Nine college credits in education-related fields such as behavior management or instructional strategies.
• One year of experience with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• Two to four years in a structured setting may substitute for some education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Promote student learning and well-being under principal direction.
• Support students in general education settings and pull-out for small group reinforcement.
• Perform instructional and clerical tasks to assist teachers and staff.
• Assist with continuous planned instructional activities during teacher absences.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Instructional strategies

Communication skills

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Classroom management

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine credit-hours in education field

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is hiring a Paraeducator Level I, Grade 1, 7hrs/10mos at Brown Station Elementary School. The role supports students in general education and may involve pulling out for small group instruction, under the supervision of the principal and teachers.

The position requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and related experience or coursework. Official transcripts or test scores may be requested during hire, with a title I school context