INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

Foster Heights Elementary School; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson County Schools Foster Heights Elementary School in Bardstown, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant II to support teachers in providing instruction to students, including those with severe disabilities. The role involves small-group tutoring, progress reporting, and assisting with lesson preparation.

The position is non-exempt, up to 183 contracted days, up to 7.5 hours per day, and requires a high school diploma or GED with preferred Safe Crisis Management certification.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in organized settings is preferred.
• Ability to follow teacher instructions and maintain records.
• Knowledge of basic safety and health procedures in a classroom.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Monitor and report student progress and behavior.
• Assist with preparation of instructional materials and activities.
• Transport students as needed and support during labs and field activities.
• Provide instructional support to students with severe disabilities as required.

Skills

Experience with children

Follow instructions

Record-keeping basics

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

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This job is also posted in The Nelson County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5969771

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

REPORTS TO

PRINCIPAL AND/OR DIRECTOR

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

HOURLY (LEVEL 2)

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

UP TO 183 DAYS, UP TO 7.5 HOURS PER DAY

EXEMPT STATUS

NON-EXEMPT

JOB CLASS CODE

7318

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

CLASSIFIED

DATE APPROVED

4/21/2026

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: High School Diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.

One-year experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Certification in Safe Crisis Management, preferred.

REQUIRED ON THE JOB TRAINING

Medicaid, First Aid/CPR, Medication/Feeding/Changing, Internet Modules

DISTRICT AND SCHOOL PRIORITY ALIGNMENT

Align actions with district and school values and core priorities.

Evaluated based on the efficacy of aligned actions.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual students or small groups in programs with children having severe disabilities; monitor and report student progress.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher and maintaining records of student progress.

Participate as a member of an instructional 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 administering diagnostic and other tests; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student IEPs.

Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; reports 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 and other technology; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.

Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.

Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audiovisual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting papers and supplies.

Assist in overseeing students while in labs, community experience opportunities, or other activities; provide for supplies and inventory as necessary.

Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory; and getting on and off the bus.

Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.

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.

Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.

Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and play group activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.

Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.

Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.

Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.

Maintain appropriate professional appearance.

Adhere to the appropriate code of ethics.

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

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.

Learn and apply 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.

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..

Operate instructional and office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.

Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull weight up to 50lbs.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jeremy Hill , Principal
• Foster Heights Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]