Special Education Paraeducator - Full-Time Student Support

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

Job summary

Wayside Elementary School in Potomac is hiring a School Instructional Support paraeducator (Grade 15-16) to assist with instruction and student well-being under the principal's direction. The position supports students with IEPs across general and specialized settings, including behavioral, social, emotional, and physical supports.

The role requires an associate degree (bachelor preferred) and experience with students in structured settings; ParaPro score may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience with students in structured educational settings preferred.
• ParaPro Assessment with qualifying score (455+) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing instructional programs and monitor student behavior.
• Support students with academic, behavioral, social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Participate in classroom management and clerical tasks to support staff.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Wayside Elementary School in Potomac is hiring a School Instructional Support paraeducator (Grade 15-16) to assist with instruction and student well-being under the principal's direction. The position supports students with IEPs across general and specialized settings, including behavioral, social, emotional, and physical supports.

The role requires an associate degree (bachelor preferred) and experience with students in structured settings; ParaPro score may be required.