Part-Time Special Education Paraeducator — Flexible Classroom Support

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Silver Spring, MD seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support Special Education students at Highland View Elementary School. The role focuses on assisting classroom instruction, behavior management and IEP goals across general and pull-out settings.

The position is 3.5 hours per day over 10 months, with a wage range of $24.38 to $36.67 per hour and a six-month probationary period for advancement to Grade 14.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• If no related coursework, two to four years of applicable experience may be considered.
• ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher is required.
• Knowledge of classroom practices and behavior management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with IEPs and promote curriculum mastery.
• Provide instructional support and classroom management assistance.
• Assist teachers with materials, scheduling, and minor clerical tasks.
• Adapt activities for general and special education settings.

Skills

Instructional strategies

Classroom management

Communication skills

English language

Technology literacy

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Nine credit-hours in education

One year of student experience

ParaPro assessment 455+

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Silver Spring, MD seeks a Paraeducator Level I to support Special Education students at Highland View Elementary School. The role focuses on assisting classroom instruction, behavior management and IEP goals across general and pull-out settings.

The position is 3.5 hours per day over 10 months, with a wage range of $24.38 to $36.67 per hour and a six-month probationary period for advancement to Grade 14.