Paraeducator Level I: Student Support & Growth Path

Montgomery County Public Schools; Poolesville (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Poolesville, MD, seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support students with 504 accommodations. The role focuses on assisting with instruction, managing classroom activities, and providing physical assistance as needed.

You may be hired at grade 13 with potential to advance to grade 14 after six months, with a full-time schedule of 65 hours bi-weekly. Requires Associate’s degree or equivalent and experience with students; training hours required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and instructional strategies applicable to students with accommodations.
• Ability to assist with instruction and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support students with 504 accommodations and grade-level curriculum.
• Assist teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.
• Perform related clerical tasks and support staff as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

English literacy

Patient demeanor

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

48 college credits + 2 years experience

Two years of structured setting experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Poolesville, MD, seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support students with 504 accommodations. The role focuses on assisting with instruction, managing classroom activities, and providing physical assistance as needed.

You may be hired at grade 13 with potential to advance to grade 14 after six months, with a full-time schedule of 65 hours bi-weekly. Requires Associate’s degree or equivalent and experience with students; training hours required.