LOE Instructional Assistant-Kindergarten

Young World Physical Education; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

McCracken Lone Oak Elementary School in Paducah, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Assistant – Kindergarten to support a certificated teacher and assist with instruction for individuals or small groups. You will monitor student progress and help with classroom activities to reinforce learning.

Ideal candidates will be reliable, patient, and capable of following directions. 48 hours of college credit and an associate degree are encouraged; basic computer skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Assist certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups; monitor and report student progress.
• Tutor individuals or small groups, reinforce instruction and maintain student progress records.
• Familiarity with early childhood education and working with children in organized settings.

Responsibilities

• Implement rules, policies and guidelines adopted by the Board of Education and/or school SBDM Council.
• Prepare and organize lessons; administer and score tests according to guidelines.
• Monitor and report student behavior; assist with lab work and tests as needed.
• Provide classroom support by setting up materials, operating AV equipment and distributing supplies.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Tutoring

Record keeping

Health and safety

Student progress monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 hours college credit

Associate degree preferred

Job description

LOE Instructional Assistant – Kindergarten

McCracken Lone Oak Elementary School – Paducah, Kentucky

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Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time; Salary: $14.59 Per Hour

Job Description

Essential Function: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

Duties

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines adopted by the Board of Education and/or the school SBDM Council.
• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams, and be familiar with early childhood education.
• 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.
• 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, distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide supplies inventory as necessary.
• 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.
• 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.
• Remain at school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or the designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance as an example for students.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

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.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and some experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Also: 48 hours college credit evidenced by college transcript or successful completion of Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment test.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Courtney Story, Principal
• Lone Oak Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]