Paraeducator Level II — Flexible Part-Time, Special Ed Support

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator Level II at Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg. This 6-hour, 10-month position provides instructional support for students with IEPs and may include off-site activities. Salary ranges from $26.23 to $40.17 per hour.

Responsibilities include facilitating learning, managing behaviors, and assisting with clerical tasks. A strong foundation in English and collaboration with staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Nine college credits related to education field such as behavior management or instructional strategies.
• One year of experience with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• If no related coursework, two to four years of experience with children in structured settings.
• Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes student learning and well-being to support students with IEPs.
• May participate with students in off-site learning activities.
• Assists students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Performs instructional and classroom management supports and related clerical tasks.
• Supports teachers and other staff across classrooms or learning environments.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine college credits related to education

Two years of structured-setting experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking a Paraeducator Level II at Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg. This 6-hour, 10-month position provides instructional support for students with IEPs and may include off-site activities. Salary ranges from $26.23 to $40.17 per hour.

Responsibilities include facilitating learning, managing behaviors, and assisting with clerical tasks. A strong foundation in English and collaboration with staff is essential.