2026-27 Morgan Central Instructional Assistant

Morgan Central Elementary School; West Liberty (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Central Elementary School in West Liberty, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant I to support certificated teachers with individual or small group instruction and progress reporting. The role includes assisting in labs, setup of materials, and supervising classroom activities to ensure a positive learning environment.

The position requires meeting highly qualified status and passing the para-educator assessment, with duties spanning record-keeping, lesson preparation, and

Qualifications

• Must meet highly qualified status, requiring passing the para-educator assessment.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and monitor student progress.
• Participate as a member of an instructional team, including remediation teams.
• Assist with lesson preparation and organize tests according to guidelines.
• Monitor and report students' behavior and progress; assist in labs and field trips.
• Perform routine clerical duties and maintain classroom records.
• Support the teacher by setting up work areas and distributing supplies.
• Direct group activities and assist in lunchroom/playground supervision.
• Attend meetings and in-service trainings as assigned.

Education

Para-educator assessment

Job description

2026-27 Morgan Central Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5949348
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND HAVE A LETTER, PROVIDED BY THE INDIVIDUAL, FROM THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES STATING THE EMPLOYEE IS CLEAR TO HIRE BASED ON NO FINDINGS OF SUBSTANTIATED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT FOUND THROUGH A BACKGROUND CHECK OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT RECORDS MAINTAINED BY THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Class Code: 7320

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN

CLASS TITLE:INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist a certificated teacher in providing individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing various support functions in a regular classroom setting.Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action.

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 a 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 the English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report students' behavior 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 preparing instructional and classroom materials, operating copy machines, maintaining classroom records, and maintaining attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, 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 good 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; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.

Instructional Assistant I – ContinuedPage 2

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES - continued:

• Perform related 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

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public, including 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 students' behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Those working in this capacity must meet highly qualified status, requiring, at minimum, passing the para-educatorassessment.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Amber Standafer , Principal
• Morgan Central Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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