7320 Instructional Assistant I - Chandler

A. B. Chandler Elementary School; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A. B. Chandler Elementary School in Henderson, Kentucky seeks an Instructional Assistant I to support certificated teachers by providing instruction to individuals or small groups, primarily at the kindergarten level.

The role includes monitoring student progress and reporting outcomes as part of the classroom team. The position is 181 days with a 7.5-hour day, with salary between $13.57 and $18.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher education equivalent required.
• Pass Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or 60 college hours; teaching certification preferred.
• Must meet background checks and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teacher in instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Support kindergarten level instruction.

Skills

Classroom support

Instructional assistance

Education

High school diploma

60 college hours or associate degree

Teaching certification preferred

Job description

7320 Instructional Assistant I - Chandler

Henderson County Schools A. B. Chandler Elementary School - Henderson, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Henderson County Schools A. B. Chandler Elementary School - Henderson, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5892878
Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 19, 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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