GES Instructional Assistant I

Young World Physical Education

Madisonville (KY)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Grapevine Elementary School in Madisonville, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant I to support a certified teacher in a classroom setting. You will assist in small groups, monitor student progress and help with instructional activities under teacher supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and passing the Para-Educator test, with experience working with children. The role is full-time for the 2026-2027 school year, reporting to assigned teacher and school principal.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; must pass the Para-Educator test per state regulations.
Experience working with children in organized settings.
Must pass Para-Educator test per state regulations.

Responsibilities

Tutor individuals or small groups as directed by teacher; monitor progress.
Participate as a team member on instructional remediation groups.
Prepare and organize lessons; administer and score tests per guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Para-Educator test

48 college hours

Tools

Copy machines

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Hopkins County School District GRAPEVINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Madisonville, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

GES Instructional Assistant I

Hopkins County School District GRAPEVINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Madisonville, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Hopkins County School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5886878

Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Instructional Assistant I

Classified Position - 7320

2026-2027 school year

Salary

Category5 per Salary Schedule

Days

TBD

Reports to:

Assigned Teacher

School Principal

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

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

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Assists a certified teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting
Work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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 arid 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
Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district
Maintains regular and predictable attendance
Adheres to the professional code of ethics
Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
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 studentrsquo;s behavior according to approved policies and procedures
Operate instructional and office equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining middot;a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law. Must pass the Para Educator test in accordance with state regulations or have 48 accredited college hours.
Experience in working with children in an organized setting
Must pass thePara-Educator test in accordance with State regulations

Position Type: Full-Time

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