Special Education Paraeducator: Student Support & Learning

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs at Glen Haven Elementary School in Silver Spring. The role is part-time and focuses on facilitating grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards instruction, with duties including instructional support and classroom management.

The position requires appropriate education credentials, potential six-month probation, and completion of SSPGS-aligned training hours.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 9 credit-hours related to education such as behavior management or instructional strategies.
• At least 48 college credits and two years of experience in a structured setting.
• Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment with a qualifying score of 455 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Promote student learning and well-being for students with IEPs.
• Assist with personal care and medical needs; manage student behavior as needed.
• Support students with special needs and implement instructional programs.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and complete required tasks.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Engage in activities off-site when required; perform clerical tasks to support staff.

Skills

Student support

Instructional strategies

Behavior management

Communication

English literacy

Google Workspace

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

9 credit hours education-related

48 college credits & 2 years experience

ParaPro Assessment 455+

Combination of relevant education/experience

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Web-based instructional tools

Job description

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with IEPs at Glen Haven Elementary School in Silver Spring. The role is part-time and focuses on facilitating grade-level or Alternate Academic Achievement Standards instruction, with duties including instructional support and classroom management.

The position requires appropriate education credentials, potential six-month probation, and completion of SSPGS-aligned training hours.