ECE Instructional Assistant — Special Education Support

Jefferson County Public Schools; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: $1.00/hr

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools seeks an ECE Instructional Assistant at McFerran Preparatory Academy for 2026-2027. This classroom support role focuses on implementing each student's IEP, maintaining a safe, structured learning environment, and assisting students with disabilities across MSD/MMD/OHI/EBD/etc.

The position follows the 187-day calendar, 7-hour days, with a salary range of $24.52 to $26.96 per hour and an additional $1.00 per hour stipend.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Passing score on the KPA (Kentucky Paraeducator Exam) or 48 college semester hours.
• Willingness and aptitude to work with students with disabilities
• Physical ability and willingness to assist with physical needs of students such as positioning, toileting, and lifting
• Willingness to attend district ECE in-service for professional growth

Responsibilities

• Recognizes that all responsibilities are basically supportive.
• Assists in implementing each student's individual education plan.
• Helps establish and maintain a pleasant, safe, and structured learning environment.
• Displays willingness and aptitude to work with students with disabilities.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Jefferson County Public Schools seeks an ECE Instructional Assistant at McFerran Preparatory Academy for 2026-2027. This classroom support role focuses on implementing each student's IEP, maintaining a safe, structured learning environment, and assisting students with disabilities across MSD/MMD/OHI/EBD/etc.

The position follows the 187-day calendar, 7-hour days, with a salary range of $24.52 to $26.96 per hour and an additional $1.00 per hour stipend.