Instructional Assistant Entry Level

Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School in Bowling Green, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant Entry Level for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position supports teachers by implementing learning strategies and managing classroom activities under supervision.

Starting immediately, the role requires 48 college hours or a high school diploma with Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA) and offers hourly compensation between $17.78 and $20.61, depending on experience and district

Qualifications

• 48 college hours required.
• Alternatively, high school diploma and successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA).

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, implement learning strategies and instructional procedures.
• Assist teachers with adapting materials for diverse learners.
• Support classroom management and supervise students during activities.
• Perform routine instructional setup and clerical tasks as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with school staff.

Education

48 college hours

High school diploma plus Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA)

Job description

Instructional Assistant Entry Level

Bowling Green Independent Schools Parker-Bennett-Curry Elementary School - Bowling Green, Kentucky

This job is also posted in Bowling Green Independent Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5892599

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.78 to $20.61 Per Hour

Job Description

2026-2027 School Year

Days of Employment: 182 for full year

7 hours per day

Qualifications: 48 college hours, OR high school diploma and successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA)

Reports To: Building Principal and Classroom Teacher

Performance Responsibilities:

• Under the guidance and supervision of a teacher, effectively implement learning strategies, prompting procedures and other systematic instructional procedures in school and non-school settings.
• Assist teachers and other professionals with adapting learning materials and equipment to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning styles or language backgrounds.
• Implement teacher developed plans or strategies to enhance the fluency, maintenance, and generalization of academic skills.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials; maintaining attendance, setting up student work areas; and operating video, computer, adaptive devices, and other technology devices and materials.
• Implement teacher-developed behavior plans and techniques that adhere to the laws, regulations and procedural safeguards concerning the management of student behaviors.
• Assist teachers and other professionals in modifying the learning environment to facilitate learning and manage behavior.
• Assists the teacher in record keeping and monitoring student progress.
• Supervise students in academic and non-academic settings as directed by the teacher or principal.
• Model and encourage respect and value for individual differences.
• Participate in professional development related to job responsibilities.
• Supervise lunch, library, and/or playground activities of students as directed.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relations by interacting effectively with and demonstrating respect for the views, rights and contributions of parents, teachers and other school personnel.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
• Administer health services to students as necessary including, but not limited to, the administration of medication; the operation, maintenance, or health care through the use of medical equipment; or the administration of clinical procedures.
• Maintain appropriate professional appearance.
• Act as a consistent positive public relations agent for school and district programs and activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding individual students and their families.
• Implement and adhere to all rules and regulations, policies, administrative guidelines, and directives as adopted by the Board of Education, Principal, Administrative Staff, Superintendent and School Based Decision Making Council.
• Maintain acceptable personal attendance without repeated unexcused absences, tardiness, absences without notification, or abuse of sick leave.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Supervising Teacher, Principal, Administrative Staff, or Superintendent of Schools.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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