2026-2027: Instructional Aide - Special Education MSD

Collins Lane Elementary; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Lane Elementary in Frankfort, Kentucky, seeks an Instructional Aide - Special Education MSD for the 2026-2027 school year to support students under the IEP with specially designed instruction and adaptations, under the guidance of a certified teacher. The role includes attendance, clerical duties, data collection, therapy assistance, behavior support, and health-related tasks as instructed.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree preferred to advance in the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and passing score on the paraeducator exam
• Associate degree acceptable
• Experience in educational support preferred

Responsibilities

• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Assist in implementing IEP services and adaptations.
• Support learning activities and maintain classroom environment.
• Assist with health-related tasks and mobility under supervision
• Assist therapists and teachers with data collection and progress recording
• Any other tasks assigned by supervising teacher or Principal

Skills

Paraprofessional IA

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Job description

2026-2027: Instructional Aide - Special Education MSD

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Job Details

Job ID: 5893952

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Franklin County Schools

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

[phone]

Salary Schedule: Classified Salary Schedule

Grade: 120

Contracted Days and/or Hours: 150 X 7

Exempt Status: Non Exempt

Job Class Code: 8316

Position Classification: Classified

Date Approved: July 2, 2012

Basic Function: To assist in implementation of the services defined in the Individual Education Program and in providing a learning environment in which students will benefit from specially designed instruction, modification, and accommodation as evidenced by progress in the general curriculum.

Performance Responsibilities

Regular and punctual attendance.

Perform clerical duties as directed by the teacher.

Under the guidance of the certified teacher, prepare for classroom activities, delivery of specially designed instruction and assist in the implementation of adaptations/modifications to the general curriculum to meet the needs of individual students per the IEP.

Assist the teacher in gathering and recording student progress data.

Perform administration of medication and other health services such as tube feeding and catheterization, as instructed by a health professional.

Under the supervision of the certified teacher, assist students with self-care, including diapering, toileting, bathing, dressing

Assist students across settings including the resource room, regular classroom, the building and the community.

Maintain a patient attitude when assisting students in stressful situations.

Assist with students who have challenges with mobility. This would include lifting, positioning and moving the child from place to place for the proper use of gross motor equipment, such as standers and to and from a wheelchair, changing table, bed, on and off a bus, etc ...

Assist therapists (e.g. PT, OT, Speech, etc...) in following up with therapy as instructed in consultation with the therapist and under the direction of the supervising teacher per the IEP.

Assist the teacher in providing consistency in services and instruction and in implementing the students’ IEP behavior related goals, including behavior support and management plans.

Assist in management of the students’ behavior when they are exhibiting inappropriate and/or physically forceful behaviors. This may include assisting students who are at risk of harming themselves or others through implementation of Safe Crisis Management.

Adhere to professional ethics and standards, which include maintaining the strictest confidentiality concerning students, including their performance, conduct, activities, remarks or personal information. Refer all parent requests for information regarding their child to the teacher.

Function as a cooperative team member and take responsibility for fostering and maintaining good working relationships throughout the building.

Other tasks that may be assigned by the supervising teacher or Principal.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and passing score on the paraeducator exam; or
• Associate Degree

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.16 to $25.17 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Beth Lodmell , Principal
• Collins Lane Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]