Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) - Hartstern Elementary School (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40

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

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant to support classroom instruction under the supervision of a teacher or principal. Responsibilities include tutoring students, documenting pupil progress, and organizing materials and equipment to sustain an effective learning environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and passing Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 college hours, with strong language and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 college hours required.
• Demonstrated competent language skills required.
• Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups.

Responsibilities

• Tutoring students as part of the instructional program.
• Assisting in documentation of pupil progress.
• Preparation and organization of materials and equipment for instruction.

Skills

Effective communication

Language skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Para-educator assessment or 48 college hours

Program-specific certifications/training

Job description

Job Description: (Attached)
Salary Schedule: 1A Grade 3 (Attached)
Working Calendar: 187 Days/ 6.5 Hours
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
• Effective communication skills