KSB/KSD Instructional Assistant

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Clifton (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) invites applications for a KSB/KSD Instructional Assistant in Louisville. Responsibilities include assisting students with disabilities, supporting teachers, and preparing instructional materials.

Requires high school diploma and two years’ school experience; SLPI Survival level within 12 months is mandatory. This is a full-time, salaried role with potential overtime, located at 1867 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience working within a school or classroom environment.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EDUCATION: Additional education will substitute for the required experience year-for-year.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: None

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in a classroom setting, during transition between buildings and classes and on school trips.
• Collaborate with teachers, follow directions and assist with instructional needs.
• Prepare instructional materials and support behavior management.
• Attend trainings and may cover classes when necessary.

Skills

Experience in education

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job ID

2604805

Position Title

KSB/KSD Instructional Assistant

Pay Grade

08

Salary

$2,032.88 - $2,653.14 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

1867 Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of StateSchools, Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB) in Louisville (Jefferson County) has an opening for a KSB/KSDInstructional Assistant.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist students with disabilities in a classroom setting, during transition between buildings and classes andon school trips. Works individuals or in small groups with students.
• Assists classroom teachers with instructional needs. Collaborate with teachers and accept direction/guidancefrom teachers. Follow expectations established by classroom teacher.
• Assist with preparation of instructional materials.
• Works with behavior challenged students with appropriate behavior techniques.
• Attends training offered by the school relating to education. May cover classes when necessary.
• Assist students to various activities and places in the buildings on campus.
• Provides office support and coverage as needed to include answering phones, greeting visitors, filing, andmaking copies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

High School graduate

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

Two (2) years of experience working within a school or classroom environment.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

None

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

An employee in this job title at the Kentucky School for the Deaf must furnish to the agency's appointing authority within twelve (12) months of appointment or entrance into this class, documentation that he or she possesses the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) rating of "Survival" level. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office or classroom setting assisting teachers and assisting students who are hearing impaired and/or vision impaired.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

Contact

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Christy Ricketts at [e-mail] or 502-564-3716.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D