Meadow Lands Elementary Instructional Assistant II - Special Education Aide (MSD Classroom)

Meadow Lands Elementary

Owensboro (KY)

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USD 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

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Job summary

Meadow Lands Elementary in Owensboro, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant II to support the MSD Classroom in Special Education. The role involves assisting teachers with instructional and clerical tasks, supervising students, and helping implement individualized education plans under supervision.

The position requires patience, empathy, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while cooperating with the supervising teacher and principal to promote student growth and safety throughout the

Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D and minimum 48 college credit hours or pass a state approved test
Associates Degree or 48 college credit hours or pass a state test
Proficient in basic computer use and documentation
Able to work with students with physical, intellectual, emotional and/or behavioral exceptionalities

Responsibilities

Maintains confidentiality of records and information
Assists teachers with instructional, non-instructional and clerical tasks
Supports classroom and community-based instruction
Assists with classroom assessments and planning
Implements safety procedures and behavior management plans
Works with students on self-care, bus behavior and field trips

Skills

Basic computer skills

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Policies & program objectives

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Associates Degree

Minimum 48 college credit hours

Pass a state approved test

Tools

Classroom management techniques

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation & record-keeping

Job description

Meadow Lands Elementary Instructional Assistant II - Special Education Aide (MSD Classroom)

Daviess County School District Meadow Lands Elementary - Owensboro, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Job Class Description:INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

Class Code:7318

Job Title:INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II-Special Education

Supervisory Responsibilities:Assigned Student(s)

Position Type:CLASSIFIED

FLSA Classification:NON-EXEMPT

Reports To:SUPERVISING TEACHER & PRINCIPAL

Location:MEADOW LANDS ELEMENTARY

Compensation:Commensurate with salary range on the DCPS Salary Schedule for class code 7318

Contracted Days:181 Days

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma or G.E.D and
Minimum of 48 college credit hours, OR
Pass a state approved test
Must be capable for working with students who may have physical, intellectual, emotional and/or behavioral exceptionalities.

Knowledge Of:

Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites
Documentation and record-keeping techniques
Work cooperatively in a team environment
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

Assist teachers in designated instructional, non-instructional, management and clerical tasks. The variety of activities will be determined by the needs of the students. Aides may conduct community-based instruction and classroom activities apart from the physical presence of the teacher with appropriate direction and supervision.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains confidentiality of records and all information concerning students and classroom activities according to District Policy; refers all questions to teacher or principal.
Is punctual and prepared for immediate assumption of duties upon arrival at school, utilizes time appropriately and maintains good attendance to maintain continuity of instruction.
Attends and completes appropriate professional development meetings.
Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude toward the school, students, staff and community.
Conducts classroom or community-based instruction as needed under the direction and supervision of the teacher.
Assists with the administration of the classroom assessments, which will be scored by the teacher for use in instructional planning.
Assists in adaptive physical education and other fine and gross motor activities as needed under teacher direction and supervision.
Assists children with self-care activities as needed, i.e., feeding and toileting (diapering when necessary).
Tutors, without direct supervision, both individually and with small groups of children.
Assists in reviewing home and seat work activities.
Assists children with oral and written communication, make-up work, and hands-on activities.
Observes and records student behavior, assists in behavior management systems designed by the teacher to meet individual student needs; reinforces positive behavior of students.
Participates in reading and story-telling activities.
Assists the teacher with helping each child develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically at his/her own rate.
Carries out job duties with patience, kindness, professionalism and empathy with the end goal in mind.
Collects and prepares materials and manages displays, teaching centers, and similar instructional activities.
Records written materials for children who have visual or physical disabilities.
Helps children solve personal conflicts with other children.
Implements all safety measures and procedures when appropriate and assists students when necessary.
Works with technology and modern office equipment.
Assists in classroom organization and management.
Assists students with appropriate bus behavior when assigned to ride a special education bus; assists on instructional field trips.
Assists certified persons in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and related school activities.
Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Daviess County Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws 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. Proper training will be provided and must be followed.
Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Daviess County Public Schools.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Support employee with year-to-year contract

2. Participates in Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA)

Meadow Lands Elementary Instructional Assistant II - Special Education Aide (MSD Classroom)

Daviess County School District Meadow Lands Elementary - Owensboro, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Daviess County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5987431
Application Deadline: Nov 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Nov 09, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Job Class Description:INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II

Class Code:7318

Job Title:INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II-Special Education

Supervisory Responsibilities:Assigned Student(s)

Position Type:CLASSIFIED

FLSA Classification:NON-EXEMPT

Reports To:SUPERVISING TEACHER & PRINCIPAL

Location:MEADOW LANDS ELEMENTARY

Compensation:Commensurate with salary range on the DCPS Salary Schedule for class code 7318

Hours Per Day:6.5 Hours

Contracted Days:181 Days

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High School Diploma or G.E.D and
Associates Degree, OR
Minimum of 48 college credit hours, OR
Pass a state approved test
Must be capable for working with students who may have physical, intellectual, emotional and/or behavioral exceptionalities.

Knowledge Of:

Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites
Classroom management techniques
Documentation and record-keeping techniques
Communication skills
Work cooperatively in a team environment
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains confidentiality of records and all information concerning students and classroom activities according to District Policy; refers all questions to teacher or principal.
Is punctual and prepared for immediate assumption of duties upon arrival at school, utilizes time appropriately and maintains good attendance to maintain continuity of instruction.
Attends and completes appropriate professional development meetings.
Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude toward the school, students, staff and community.
Conducts classroom or community-based instruction as needed under the direction and supervision of the teacher.
Assists with the administration of the classroom assessments, which will be scored by the teacher for use in instructional planning.
Assists in adaptive physical education and other fine and gross motor activities as needed under teacher direction and supervision.
Assists children with self-care activities as needed, i.e., feeding and toileting (diapering when necessary).
Tutors, without direct supervision, both individually and with small groups of children.
Assists in reviewing home and seat work activities.
Assists children with oral and written communication, make-up work, and hands‑on activities.
Observes and records student behavior, assists in behavior management systems designed by the teacher to meet individual student needs; reinforces positive behavior of students.
Participates in reading and story‑telling activities.
Assists the teacher with helping each child develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically at his/her own rate.
Carries out job duties with patience, kindness, professionalism and empathy with the end goal in mind.
Collects and prepares materials and manages displays, teaching centers, and similar instructional activities.
Records written materials for children who have visual or physical disabilities.
Helps children solve personal conflicts with other children.
Implements all safety measures and procedures when appropriate and assists students when necessary.
Works with technology and modern office equipment.
Assists in classroom organization and management.
Assists students with appropriate bus behavior when assigned to ride a special education bus; assists on instructional field trips.
Assists certified persons in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and related school activities.
Acts in accordance with the by‑laws and policies as set forth by the Daviess County Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws 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. Proper training will be provided and must be followed.
Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Daviess County Public Schools.