Part-Time Paraeducator: Student Support and Instruction

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools’ Cresthaven Elementary School in Silver Spring (MD) seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support students in generally taught classes, with 7 hours per day over 10 months. The role starts at grade 13 with growth to grade 14 after six months and required training hours.

Applicants must have 48 college credits or an associate degree at minimum, with options for further education or ParaPro testing.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum coursework in education or related experience is required.
• Experience with students in structured educational settings is preferred.
• ParaPro or equivalent assessment may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom instruction and student learning under the principal’s direction.
• Assist with classroom management and instructional activities.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Student behavior monitoring

English literacy (read/write/speak)

Google Workspace

MS Office

Instructional tools

SSPGS core competencies

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

9 college credits related to education

1 year teaching-related experience

48 college credits + 2 years experience

ParaPro/assessment passing

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools’ Cresthaven Elementary School in Silver Spring (MD) seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support students in generally taught classes, with 7 hours per day over 10 months. The role starts at grade 13 with growth to grade 14 after six months and required training hours.

Applicants must have 48 college credits or an associate degree at minimum, with options for further education or ParaPro testing.