Special Education Itinerant Paraeducator: Student Support

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is seeking a Paraeducator Level II for Special Education Itinerant at Gaithersburg Elementary School. The role supports students with IEPs, assists with instructional activities, and may accompany students off-site.

Position is full-time with a 60-hour bi-weekly schedule across 10 months. Wage range is $26.23 to $40.17 per hour; benefits information is provided via the district link.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's preferred; minimum nine credit-hours in education-related subjects.
• One year of experience with students preferred.
• If no related coursework, two to four years of experience in structured settings.

Responsibilities

• Promote student learning and well-being for students with IEPs.
• Assist with instructional activities and manage classroom behavior.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Perform clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Communication

English reading/writing

Google Workspace

MS Office

SSPGS

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

48 college credits

ParaPro Assessment

Experience with students

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Gaithersburg is seeking a Paraeducator Level II for Special Education Itinerant at Gaithersburg Elementary School. The role supports students with IEPs, assists with instructional activities, and may accompany students off-site.

Position is full-time with a 60-hour bi-weekly schedule across 10 months. Wage range is $26.23 to $40.17 per hour; benefits information is provided via the district link.