2026-2027 Instructional Assistant I- Special Education

Northern Elementary School; Butler (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Elementary School in Butler, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant I to support a certified teacher in delivering instruction to individuals or small groups and to monitor student progress. This role reports to the school principal and requires dependable attendance and adherence to health and safety practices.

Responsibilities include tutoring, preparing materials, administering tests, assisting with English proficiency assessments, and coordinating with remediation teams.

Qualifications

• At least 48 college semester credit hours with minimum 2.25 GPA or Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and monitor student progress.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score tests.
• Assist in administering diagnostic tests and record information.
• Monitor and report student behavior according to approved procedures.
• Perform routine clerical duties and assist with instructional materials.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas and distributing supplies.
• Supervise students in labs, lunchrooms, and during field trips as assigned.
• Consult with teachers to meet student needs and report attendance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Clerical tasks

Education

48 college credits with 2.25 GPA

Paraeducator certificate

Job description

2026-2027 Instructional Assistant I- Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924605

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I

JOB CLASS CODE: 7320

REPORTS TO: School Principal

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

Approved: November 16, 2020

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitors and report student progress.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance. It is an essential job function that all employees report to work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Basic record-keeping techniques
• Telephone techniques and etiquette

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Lift up to 100 pounds.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities.
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
• Print and write legibly.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Work is performed with standing, sitting and/or walking
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy weights up to approximately 100 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At least 48 college semester credit hours with minimum 2.25 GPA

OR

Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Certificate

Position Type: Full-Time