7320 Instructional Assistant I - Bend Gate

Bend Gate Elementary School; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bend Gate Elementary School in Henderson, Kentucky is hiring an Instructional Assistant I to support a certificated teacher in delivering instruction to individuals or small groups, typically at the kindergarten level.

The role requires minimum age 18, a high school diploma or 60 college hours or an associate degree; teaching certification is preferred and clearance steps include a state background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with proof of high school diploma or 60 college hours or an associate degree
• Teaching certification is preferred
• Pass Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment
• Physical exam, TB risk assessment, CAN check and background/drug screen required

Responsibilities

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups
• Monitor and report student progress
• Support typical kindergarten-level activities

Education

High School Diploma

60 College Hours

Associate Degree

Teaching Certification

Job description

7320 Instructional Assistant I - Bend Gate

Henderson County Schools Bend Gate Elementary School - Henderson, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5966938
Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress. Typically this is at the kindergarten level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age and supply proof of: A high school diploma and ability to pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment OR completion of a minimum of sixty (48) semester hours of study at an institution of higher education OR an associate (or higher) degree. Those with a teaching certification are preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Also requires a physical exam, TB risk assessment, CAN check, state/national criminal background check and drug screen. This position is 181 days prorated for the 2026-27 school year; 7.5 hours per day.

Salary is based on years of experience. Please see https://www.henderson.kyschools.us/page/salaries for our salary schedule and a breakdown of how employees are paid.

Please know that if you are a new employee to Henderson County Schools, your first paycheck will be September 15, 2026.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $13.57 to $18.55 Per Year
Job Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

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

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