Special Education Paraeducator I - Classroom Support Growth

mcps; Aspen Hill (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland is seeking a paraeducator to support students with IEPs by facilitating mastery of grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. The role focuses on instructional and classroom management supports within general education classes, with some pull-out sessions for small group instruction.

New hires enter at grade 13 with potential promotion after six-month probation and required training hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and instructional practices applicable to IEP work.
• Ability to assist with instructional goals and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student mastery of grade-level or Alternate Academic Standards.
• Provide instructional and classroom management support in general education settings.
• Perform related clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

Communication skills

English literacy

Behavior management

Education

Associate's degree required

Bachelor's degree preferred

48 college credits

ParaPro assessment 455+

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland is seeking a paraeducator to support students with IEPs by facilitating mastery of grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards. The role focuses on instructional and classroom management supports within general education classes, with some pull-out sessions for small group instruction.

New hires enter at grade 13 with potential promotion after six-month probation and required training hours.