Instructional Assistant

Covington Independent Public Schools; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Independent Public School District invites applications for an Instructional Assistant at John G. Carlisle Elementary. This role supports certificated teachers by working with individuals or small groups, reinforcing instruction, and monitoring progress to assist students with diverse needs.

The position emphasizes assisting in reading, writing, and math, maintaining records, and communicating effectively with students, parents, and staff in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required by Kentucky law.
• Two years of college education or an Associate degree.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and record progress.
• Participate on instructional teams and coordinate with parents and staff.
• Transport students to activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
• Prepare and organize lessons; administer tests per guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency.
• Monitor and report student behavior according to approved procedures; update progress.
• Maintain attendance records and classroom materials; support teacher with instructional and classroom setup.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience with special needs

Time management

Clerical skills

Communication with students/parents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college education

Associate degree

Tools

Copiers

Computers

Job description

• Position Type:Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted:10/7/2026
• Location:John G. Carlisle Elementary School

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION VACANCY

POSITION: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

SCHOOL/PROGRAM: JOHN G. CARLISLE ELEMENTARY

DATE POSTED: OCTOBER 7, 2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate as required by Kentucky law.
• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an Associates (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or as appropriate reading readiness, writing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).

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 recordkeeping techniques.
• Safe physical management strategies/procedures.
• School technology (computers and copiers).

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 oral 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 student's behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.
• Cope with physically dangerous student/s.
• Demonstrate patience and tolerance for special needs children.
• Follow rigid and exacting schedule.
• Transition well from one activity to another.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work well and be flexible with diverse population.

JOB GOAL:

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, 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; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
• 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; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP.
• 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 overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
• 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 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.
• Use safe and physical management strategies and procedures.
• Supervision of students at various job sites in the community.
• Transport student/s to restroom.
• Change student/s who defecate/urinate (i.e., wash student and dress in clean clothes).
• Assist in maintain continuous pacing of activities so as not to allow any idle or "down" time for particular students.
• Attend school without excessive absenteeism.
• Take initiative without being told.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

CONTRACT: 185 Days

SALARY: $16.15 – $26.82/Hourly; depending on qualifications and experience