Special Ed Paraeducator: Classroom & Student Support

Montgomery County Public Schools; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Potomac is seeking a part-time Special Education Paraeducator to support students with IEPs, focusing on grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.

The role combines instructional support with classroom management and light clerical duties to assist teachers across learning environments. Salary ranges from $24.38 to $36.67 per hour, with a 3-hour special education load plus 1-hour general education, and a 10-month schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• One year of experience in a structured educational setting preferred.
• ParaPro or related certification may be considered; equivalent combos allowed.

Responsibilities

• Support students with IEPs and Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.
• Provide instructional and classroom management supports.
• Assist with clerical tasks to support teachers and other staff.
• Assist in general education and pull-out sessions as needed.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Classroom management

Communication

English

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Potomac is seeking a part-time Special Education Paraeducator to support students with IEPs, focusing on grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards.

The role combines instructional support with classroom management and light clerical duties to assist teachers across learning environments. Salary ranges from $24.38 to $36.67 per hour, with a 3-hour special education load plus 1-hour general education, and a 10-month schedule.