Daycare - Instructional Assistant I

Mercer Co. Elementary; Harrodsburg (KY); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mercer County Schools in Harrodsburg, KY seeks an Instructional Assistant I to support the daycare classroom, implement lessons and supervise preschool children. You will assist certificated teachers, monitor student progress and help create a safe, engaging learning environment.

A high school diploma or GED is required, and completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or 64 college credits with a GPA 2.5 or higher may waive testing.

Formación

• MUST pass the Paraeducator Assessment or have 64 college credit hours.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with diverse student needs and in team settings.

Responsabilidades

• Tutor individuals or small groups and monitor progress.
• Assist certificated teachers in instruction and remediation.
• Prepare lessons and administer tests according to guidelines.
• Maintain attendance and classroom records.
• Support health and safety practices and supervise activities.

Conocimientos

Tutoring

Record keeping

Communication with students andparents

Team collaboration

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Paraeducator Assessment / 64 college credits

Descripción del empleo

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Class Code: 7320

Basic Function: Assist in the daycare classroom, implement lessons and supervise preschool age children.

MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE KENTUCKY PARAEDUCATOR ASSESSMENT AND HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED BEFORE YOU ARE INTERVIEWED or CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

NO TEST IS REQUIRED IF YOU HAVE 64 COLLEGE CREDIT HOURS WITH A 2.5 GPA.

Please scan and attach to your application.

Call the Adult Education office to schedule the paraeducator test.859-605-2211

Mercer County Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Instructional Assistant I Reports to:Assistant Director of Special Education/Preschool Coordinator

Job Class Code: 7320 Work Schedule: 8 Hours/180-185 Days

Pay Scale: See Current Salary Schedule Approval Date:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

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 a 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 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 behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.
• Provide health services as needed and as dictated by student population for which training and authorization have been provided.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Must pass the Paraeducator Assessment in accordance with State Regulations or have completed 64 college credit hours.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. Mercer County School District reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice. This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cara Doyle , Assistant Director of Special Education
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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Daycare - Instructional Assistant I

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Job Details

Job ID: 5987248
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Class Code: 7320

Basic Function: Assist in the daycare classroom, implement lessons and supervise preschool age children.

MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE KENTUCKY PARAEDUCATOR ASSESSMENT AND HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED BEFORE YOU ARE INTERVIEWED or CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

NO TEST IS REQUIRED IF YOU HAVE 64 COLLEGE CREDIT HOURS WITH A 2.5 GPA.

Please scan and attach to your application.

Call the Adult Education office to schedule the paraeducator test.859-605-2211

Mercer County Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Instructional Assistant I Reports to:Assistant Director of Special Education/Preschool Coordinator

Job Class Code: 7320 Work Schedule: 8 Hours/180-185 Days

Pay Scale: See Current Salary Schedule Approval Date:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

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 a 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 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