Special Education Instructional Assistant-HQ ($24,371+)

MACES LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MACES LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL in Cambridge, Maryland seeks a Special Education Instructional Assistant-HQ for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist staff in building a safe, inclusive learning environment and help students meet standards through IEP-guided strategies.

Reporting to the principal and SPED supervisor, you will support instruction, manage materials, and maintain records. The starting date is immediate; salary ranges from $24,371 to $35,984 per year.

Qualifications

• Deemed Highly Qualified according to MSDE standards by possessing an Associate’s Degree, 48 college credits, or successful completion of the Paraprofessional examination.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs general instructional-related duties, including duplicating materials, preparing materials, and working with students to enrich or reinforce instruction.
• Works under the direct supervision of and in close proximity with a highly qualified teacher.
• Assist the teacher and other professionals through general supervision of students.
• Maintains required records and corrects tests and homework papers when appropriate.
• Provides instruction to students in accordance with the teacher's plans and instructions in individual or small group settings.
• If assigned to special education, the assistant will provide one-to-one assistance enabling students to accomplish goals and objectives included in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Promotes goodwill, understanding, and acceptance of the county's programs and actions.
• Provides for appropriate medical and hygienic needs of students. This includes such things as toileting, diapering, toilet training, lifting/positioning, and oral feeding.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Participate in staff in-service programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree / 48 college credits / paraprofessional exam

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant-HQ ($24,371+)

Dorchester County Public Schools MACES LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL - CAMBRIDGE, Maryland Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5952073

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a Special Education Instructional Assistant-HQ for the 2026 -2027 school year atMaces Lane Middle School. This position will assist school staff in the development and implementation of a safe, comfortable, efficient, and motivating educational environment for students in an inclusion classroom setting. Working under the direction of the school principal and the special education supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards in adherence to the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general instructional-related duties, including duplicating materials, preparing materials, and working with students to enrich or reinforce instruction.


• Works under the direct supervision of and in close proximity with a highly qualified teacher.


• Assist the teacher and other professionals through general supervision of students.


• Maintains required records and corrects tests and homework papers when appropriate.


• Provides instruction to students in accordance with the teacher's plans and instructions in individual or small group settings.


• If assigned to special education, the assistant will provide one-to-one assistance enabling students to accomplish goals and objectives included in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).


• Promotes goodwill, understanding, and acceptance of the county's programs and actions.


• Provides for appropriate medical and hygienic needs of students. This includes such things as toileting, diapering, toilet training, lifting/positioning, and oral feeding.


• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.


• Participate in staff in-service programs as assigned.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Deemed Highly Qualified according to MSDE standards by possessing an Associate’s Degree, 48 college credits, or successful completion of the Paraprofessional examination.


• 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.

Please Note:

• Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Internal candidates will be considered alongside external applicants, and only those whose qualifications most closely match the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24,371 to $35,984 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• Associate degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources


• CENTRAL OFFICE


• CAMBRIDGE, Maryland 21613


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]