Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) - Camp Taylor Elementary (2026-2027) - Start Time 7:30

Jefferson County Public Schools; Prestonia (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) at Camp Taylor Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year, starting at 7:30. The role supports a classroom under the supervising teacher, with tutoring and progress documentation as part of the daily duties.

Salary ranges from $22.65 to $24.85 per hour under the board-approved 2026-2027 schedule. The position is for 187 days at 6.5 hours per day, with calendar and salary placement per district rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 semester college hours.
• Demonstrated competent language skills.
• Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups, reading and using word meanings effectively.
• Participation in program training per Kentucky Department of Education and local district.
• Program-specific certifications/training.

Responsibilities

• Tutoring students and assisting in documenting pupil progress.
• Preparation and organization of materials and equipment; support for classroom activities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 semester college hours

Job description

Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) - Camp Taylor Elementary (2026-2027) - Start Time 7:30 JobID: 40919

• Position Type:
  Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified)/ Elementary Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted:
  9/16/2026
• Location:
  CAMP TAYLOR ELEMENTARY
• Closing Date:
  09/23/2026

Job Description: (Attached) Salary Schedule: 1AGrade 7 (Attached) Working Calendar: 187 Days/ 6.5Hours

As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules. Salary Range: $22.65/hr - $24.85/hr

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the supervising teacher or Principal, the instructional assistant participates as an integral member of the instructional program, including tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil progress, preparation, and organization of materials and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 semester college hours
• Demonstrated competent language skills
• Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups, including the ability to read and understand the meanings of words and ideas associated with them and to use them effectively
• Participated in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and the local district
• Program-specific certifications/training