Instructional Assistant-Kindergarten

Young World Physical Education; Stanton (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell County School District Stanton Elementary in Stanton, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Kindergarten. You will assist a certified teacher, support small-group instruction, and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities include preparing lessons, scoring tests, and maintaining classroom records. You will help with classroom setup, behavior monitoring, and participating in meetings and staff development. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required by Kentucky law.
• Experience assisting in kindergarten or elementary settings is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score tests.
• Monitor and report student progress and behavior to the teacher and principal.
• Assist with transportation, setup, and classroom materials as needed.
• Support teachers in labs, field trips, and activities as required.

Skills

Instructional support

Classroom management

Student progress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Instructional Assistant-Kindergarten

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Job Details

Job ID: 5887681
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Assistant- Kindergarten

REPORTS TO: Principal, Teacher

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: The terms of employments are designated by the contract.

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation 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; score and record test information; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student’s IEP as necessary.
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom 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.
• 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 program and materials to meet student needs.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• 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 program as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

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.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
• 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.
• Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• 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 light to heavy weights
• Assist students with self-care, including diapering, toileting, bathing, dressing and etc .

EVALUATION: Annual development of Professional Growth Plan. Annual evaluation of job performance by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED certificate as required by Kentucky law

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Interim para educator assessment or required college hours.

Position Type: 1 Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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