CHall Instructional Assistant I

Christian County Schools; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in the United States is seeking an Instructional Assistant I to assist certified teachers in providing instruction to individual or small groups and monitor student progress. Candidates must have completed at least two years of higher education or possess an Associate's degree, and meet specific health and criminal record check requirements. This position involves contributing to a supportive educational environment and ensuring compliance with state laws regarding background checks.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of study or an Associate's degree.
• Must meet rigorous state assessment requirements.
• Must pass criminal record check as per state law.
• Health requirements as specified by district policy.
• National and state background check with CHFS clearance letter required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified teacher in instruction.
• Monitor and report student progress.

Education

Completion of at least two years of study (48 hours)

Associate's degree

Job description

Overview

• Position Type: Support Staff/ 7320 INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I
• Date Posted: 3/18/2026
• Location: CUMBERLAND HALL

Basic Function

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

Qualifications

• Must verify completion of at least two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher education or Associate's degree.
• Or
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality through a formal state or local academic assessment (Paraeducator Exam given at Hopkinsville Community College).
• Must meet the requirements for a criminal record check as specified by Kentucky state law.
• Must meet health requirements as specified in district personnel policy.
• 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.