Instructional Assistant II - 7318-03 - Vine Grove

Vine Grove Elementary School; Vine Grove (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Vine Grove Elementary School in Vine Grove, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant II for a full-time position (183 days/year). The role supports a certificated teacher, assists in small groups, and helps with progress reporting and task preparation.

The incumbent will work under supervision, perform routine clerical duties, and participate in meetings and training. Starting immediately; salary per district schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and progression toward GED as required by Kentucky law.
• Two years of college or an associate degree or demonstrated by assessment.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups, reinforce instruction, and monitor progress.
• Participate in instructional team and communicate with parents.
• Prepare lessons and administer tests per guidelines.
• Assist in administering health services and supervise class activities.

Skills

Knowledge of basics

Interpersonal skills

Language usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Instructional Assistant II - 7318-03 - Vine Grove

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Job Details

Job ID: 5948371

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

This is a full-time position; 183 days per school year; 7.0 hrs/day (For 2023-2024 school year)

BASIC FUNCTION:

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.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action. Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• 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 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 in overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES - continued:

• Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student 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.
• 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.
• Direct group activities of students 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

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 record-keeping techniques.

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 orally 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 students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and 1) complete two years of study at an institution of higher education; 2) obtain an associates (or higher) degree; or 3) 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 readiness, and mathematics readiness). Some experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.28 to $28.43 Per District Salary Schedule

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Ashley Cockriel , Principal
• Vine Grove Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]