FY27: Parent Educator, PEP, Forest Knolls ES, 0.7FTE

Summary Description

Under direction of the Preschool Education Program (PEP) Coordinator, supports the implementation of the Individualized Educational Program (IEP) for students and their families in accordance with MCPS Program of Studies. Major responsibilities are to support families/caretakers and staff working with children ages three through five enrolled in the program. Assistance occurs within the classroom setting or through group and individual meetings with parents. Parent Educators plan and conduct parent group seminars, and assist families through intake and exiting process.

Physical Demands

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Special Requirements

• Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

• MCEA 10 month: The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Organization

Forest Knolls Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day

Job

Job

Job Posting

Jul 27, 2026, 2:02:38 PM

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of special education programs including federal and state legislation relating to assessment, programming, and services for preschool students with disabilities;
• Ability to understand and relate well to students, their parents/caregivers, and classroom teachers;
• Excellent human relations and oral and written communication skills.

Education, Training, Experience

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in psychology, counseling, social work, education, or related field;
• Training and considerable experience in working with pre-kindergarten students with developmental delays and their families;
• Experience in education-based setting preferred; or other combinations of applicable education and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.

Certificate, License

• Maryland State Department of Education requirements as special education teacher preferred, but not required.