Physical Management Assistant Pool ($16.58 hourly)

Young World Physical Education; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorchester County Public Schools in Cambridge, Maryland is currently accepting applications for Physical Management Assistants and substitute Physical Management Assistants for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The candidate will under the direction of the school principal and the supervisor of special education.

This position is seven (7) hours per day and does not include benefits. Reporting to the principal and supervisor of special education, the role supports teachers, assists with behavior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs.
• Must be able to follow instructions and accept supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in individual and small group work to promote academic and behavioral successes.
• Assist with classroom behavior management and implementing strategies.
• Help devise reinforcement strategies based on student needs and abilities.
• Monitor and support students during computer activities and transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality about students and display ethical behavior.
• Supervise students during meals and classroom transitions.
• Participate in staff in-service programs as assigned.
• Assist with lifting, feeding, and toileting as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Discretion

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Physical Management Assistant Pool ($16.58 hourly)

Dorchester County Public Schools CENTRAL OFFICE - CAMBRIDGE, Maryland Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Dorchester County Public Schools (MD)

Job Details

Job ID: 5858060

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for Physical Management Assistants and substitute Physical Management Assistants for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The candidate will under the direction of the school principal and the supervisor of special education. This position is seven (7) hours per day and does not include benefits.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support teachers in their work with individual students and students in small groups in order to reinforce and promote academic and behavioral successes;
• Assist classroom teachers in classroom behavior management;
• Assist teaching staff in devising special strategies for reinforcing content material and skills based on an understanding of individual student needs, interests and abilities;
• Monitor and support students in computer assisted activities;
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students;
• Supervision of students during meal times and classroom transition times;
• Participate in staff in-service programs as assigned;
• Assists with lifting, feeding, and toileting of students as needed;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Previous experience in a classroom setting preferred;
• Familiarity with accepted practices and procedures in working with students, to include those with behavioral problems;
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of understanding and acceptance of all children and interest in the education of students with special needs;
• Ability to follow instructions;
• Ability to accept supervision;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• A doctor’s note stating you are able to assist students with disabilities with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), which may involve lifting, pulling, etc. before you begin employment.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.58 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• CENTRAL OFFICE
• CAMBRIDGE, Maryland 21613
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]