Preschool SPED Instructional Assistant - Support & Impact

Oldham County Schools; Prospect (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Oldham County Schools in Kentucky seeks a paraeducator to support the Special Education classroom teacher in both highly structured and general education settings. You will help carry out instructional programs, assist with assessments and materials, and participate in required professional development.

The role requires a high school diploma, and either a paraeducator exam or 48 college credits. You must lift up to 40 pounds and work collaboratively with staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; paraeducator exam or 48 college credits required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a school setting.
• Experience working with children in group settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance for the special education classroom teacher in structured and general education settings.
• Assists in implementing specially designed instructional programs for individual students.
• Performs assessments, IEP data collection, grading, and materials preparation.
• Attends professional development and meetings assigned to the position.
• Maintains classroom management and supports academics in the absence of the teacher.
• Assists students with technology used in the classroom and school settings.
• Performs medically related services as required for students receiving nursing services.
• Other duties assigned by school administrators and supervising teachers.

Skills

Ability to work with children

Collaborative with others

Group setting experience

Education

High school diploma

Paraeducator exam or 48 college credits

Job description

Oldham County Schools in Kentucky seeks a paraeducator to support the Special Education classroom teacher in both highly structured and general education settings. You will help carry out instructional programs, assist with assessments and materials, and participate in required professional development.

The role requires a high school diploma, and either a paraeducator exam or 48 college credits. You must lift up to 40 pounds and work collaboratively with staff.