PRESCHOOL Instructional Assistant/Aide- 140 Days/8hrs

Young World Physical Education; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 15,153 - 17,908; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Somerset, Kentucky, is seeking a full-time Preschool Instructional Assistant/Aide to assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual and small groups of students. The role involves monitoring student progress, preparing lessons, and supporting the classroom environment.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and experience working with children in an organized setting. The position offers a salary of $11.62 per hour and requires immediate availability.

Qualifications

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual(s) or small groups.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students.
• Prepare and organize lessons per teacher's instructions.
• Monitor behavior and report on student performance.

Skills

Working with children in an organized setting

Providing emotional support

Maintaining classroom records

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

64 college hours or Kentucky Para-educators Exam

Job description

PRESCHOOL Instructional Assistant/Aide – 140 Days/8hrs

Memorial Education Center – Somerset, Kentucky

Job Details

Job ID: 5814634

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Instructional Assistant/Aide incumbents assista certifiedteacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting. Instructional Assistants/Aides incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Tutor individualsor small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by a teacher; maintain records of student progress;
• Participate as a member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assistin 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 regardingstudent performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation fo instructional and classroom materials; operatecopy machines; maintainclassroom 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 and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for 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; assistin 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalentto: 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. Obtain an official college transcript from an accreditedcollege with 64 college hours or pass the Kentucky Para-educators Exam.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $11.62 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Amy Smith , Principal
• Memorial Education Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]