Special Education Paraeducator III — Student Support

Montgomery County Public Schools; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools, Wheaton Woods Elementary School, is seeking a Paraeducator Level III to support students with IEPs in a 7-hour/10-month schedule. The role involves instructional support, personal care assistance, and occasional off-site activities, with responsibilities noted in the MCPS job description.

The position starts at grade 17 with potential promotion after six months and required SSPGS training completion.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience with students in structured settings preferred.
• ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455+ is required.
• Flexible scheduling and ability to work at different locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support student learning and well-being for students with IEPs.
• Assist with personal care and medical needs as needed.
• Provide instructional and classroom management supports and related clerical tasks.
• Participate in instructional activities off-campus when required.

Skills

Child development

Instructional strategies

IEP support

Classroom management

Communication

Google Workspace

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree

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, Wheaton Woods Elementary School, is seeking a Paraeducator Level III to support students with IEPs in a 7-hour/10-month schedule. The role involves instructional support, personal care assistance, and occasional off-site activities, with responsibilities noted in the MCPS job description.

The position starts at grade 17 with potential promotion after six months and required SSPGS training completion.