7334 Program Assistant I (Special Education) - Spottsville

Spottsville Elementary School; Spottsville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Spottsville Elementary School in Henderson County is hiring for Program Assistant I (Special Education). The role supports the implementation of SPED objectives and daily activities within the assigned program. This is a full-time, school-year position with 7.25 hours per day and 183 days scheduled for 2026-27.

Starting date Sep 21, 2026, with a salary range of $14.90 to $20.27 per hour. Applicants must meet education requirements and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or have college

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and supply proof of a high school diploma.
• Pass Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment OR completion of 48 semester hours of college coursework OR an associate degree or higher.
• Physical exam, TB risk assessment, CAN check, drug screen and state/national criminal background check required.
• 183 school-year days; 7.25 hours per day.
• Salary based on years of experience; see district salary schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing Special Education program objectives and activities.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Operate a computer terminal and perform data entry.
• Prioritize and schedule work.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Meet schedules and time lines.

Skills

Record keeping

Data entry

Oral and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Computer operations

Education

High school diploma

Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment

48 semester hours or associates degree

Tools

Computer terminal

Job description

7334 Program Assistant I (Special Education) - Spottsville

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915457

Application Deadline: Sep 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 21, 2026

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist in the implementation of Special Education program objectives and activities.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Specific program to which assigned.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Research methods and report writing techniques.
• Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist with responsible duties for a specific program.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Operate a computer terminal.
• Prioritize and schedule work.
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age, supply proof of a high school diploma and passed 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 degree or higher.

OTHER REQUIRMENTS: Also requires a physical exam, TB risk assessment, CAN check, drug screen and a state/national criminal background check. 183 days for the 2026-27 school year. 7.25 hours per day.

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

This position is currently placed in an elementary school program unit due to population and need.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.90 to $20.27 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

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