Instructional Assistant - Lakota

Butler County ESC; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 53,010,048 - 57,308,160; Full time

Job summary

The Butler County Educational Service Center is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Lakota preschool programs in Ohio. Starting August 2026, this full-time position supports special education classrooms, assists with curriculum implementation, and ensures student safety and classroom operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, an Education Aide permit or eligibility, and relevant paraprofessional/education coursework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Education aide permit with ESEA designation from Ohio Department of Education, or ability to obtain.
• Complete the examination for paraprofessionals or have an associate degree or at least two years of college study (48 semester hours).
• AA in Early Childhood or coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred.
• Previous experience working with preschool children preferred.
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member.
• Interest in working with children with disabilities.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, and program administrators.
• History of good job attendance.
• Must pass criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Instructional Assistant in the Special Education Preschool classes.
• Assist in planning, directing and implementing the curriculum and help maintain records.
• Provide active supervision of students and support a child with special needs one-on-one as needed.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Organizational skills

Reliability/Attendance

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Education aide permit with ESEA designation (Ohio) or ability to obtain

Paraprofessional exam or associate degree or 48 semester hours

AA in Early Childhood or related coursework preferred

Experience with preschool children preferred

Job description

Employment Opportunity

Butler County Educational Service Center

Position: Instructional Assistant - Lakota

Starting Date: August 2026

Salary: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour, based on education

Work Year: Full Time

Deadline: Until Filled

General Description

Serve as an Instructional Assistant in the Special Education Preschool classes operated by the ESC. This position may include assignment to a classroom or to support a child with special needs one-on-one throughout the preschool day. The Instructional Assistant will contribute to the safe and effective classroom operation. They will follow all safety related practices and provide active supervision of students. They will assist in planning, directing and implementing the curriculum and help maintain records to document compliance with program rules and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hold an education aide permit with ESEA designation from Ohio Department of Education or ability to obtain; permit requires one of the following per Administrative Code: 3301-24-05(l):
• Complete the examination for paraprofessionals prescribed by the state board of education; or an associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher education; or at least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher learning (defined as 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours).
• A.A. in Early Childhood, or coursework in Early Childhood Education or Child Development preferred.
• Previous experience working with preschool children preferred.
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member.
• Interest in working with children with disabilities.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, and program administrators.
• History of good job attendance.
• Must pass criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.

The Butler County Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, handicap, color, sex or national origin. The regulations of Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Acts of 1984), Equal Pay act of 1963, Americans With Disabilities Act, Title IX, and the Drug free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 are followed. (If you need an accommodation to interview, contact Human Resources by the deadline.