One to One Teaching Aide SY 26/27

Role overview

The Katherine Thomas School in Rockville, Maryland is hiring one-to-one Teaching Aides (paraeducators) for its middle school for the 2026/2027 academic year. The school supports learners from elementary through high school who live with language and learning disabilities, autism, intellectual disabilities, and other health-related conditions that can affect learning.

The position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM. This employer is an equal opportunity employer.

The pay rate for this role is $19 to $24 per hour, depending on experience.

What you will do

• Carry out the student’s behavior plan exactly as written and consistently reinforce it.
• Apply ABA-based strategies when supporting the student.
• Provide academic, emotional regulation, and behavior support, including during non-classroom breaks.
• Record and track behavioral observations and incidents.
• Support and supervise the student under the guidance of the Special Education Teacher.
• Help maintain an organized classroom environment.

What the school is looking for

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience working with students who have behavioral needs is strongly preferred.
• A team-focused, dependable, and professional approach is important.
• Basic technology skills are needed to help students in the classroom.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to stay calm, supportive, and firm with students who have learning challenges.
• You should be able to use sound professional judgment and accept the inherent risks of working with children or students with behavioral challenges.

Benefits and additional details

• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Free parking.
• Personal leave and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Long-term disability coverage and other voluntary benefits.
• Hands-on learning opportunity for anyone interested in special education or a related field.