Child Care Provider @ Cardinal Kids

Walker Early Learning Center; Monticello (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Kids in Monticello, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support a certificated teacher by providing instruction to individuals or small groups and by monitoring student progress. The role starts immediately with a $12 per hour wage and may involve various classroom duties.

The position requires basic education credentials (high school diploma or GED) and prior experience with children; strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as is a commitment to student

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or progress toward GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Experience working with children in organized setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer tests and score them.
• Assist in administering tests; score and record information.
• Monitor and report behavior of students; assist in labs and field trips as assigned.
• Perform routine clerical duties; maintain attendance and classroom records.
• Provide support by setting up work areas, displays, and supplies.
• Confer with teachers concerning programs and materials.
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• Assure health and safety of students; supervise lunchrooms and playgrounds.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Basic arithmetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Child Care Provider @ Cardinal Kids

Wayne County School District Walker Early Learning Center - Monticello, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5961040

Application Deadline: Oct 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION:

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

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of 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 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 English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report behavior of students 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 preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and 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 proper 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 as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.

• 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 members of 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 behaviour according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and some experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $12 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Gossage , HR Director
• Central Office
• Monticello, Kentucky 42633
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]