RPS Special Education Aide (6.5 hours per day)

Russell Primary School; Russell (KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Primary School in Russell, Kentucky is seeking an Instructional Aide for Special Education/KERA Preschool Program. Immediate starting date; the role supports the teacher, assists with IEP-related data, and helps create materials for learning in a safe classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to stand, sit, and lift up to 50 pounds while aiding students during meals, transportation, and activities. CPR certification may be required later.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must satisfactorily complete the Paraeducator Exam.
• Satisfactory completion of a state mandated health examination.

Responsibilities

• Record student data for IEPs and progress monitoring.
• Promote appropriate behavior patterns and habits.
• Assist in developing instructional materials for students.
• Provide instruction in small groups, large groups, or individually.
• Assist with meals and supervision to encourage independence at mealtime.
• Support students outside the classroom and during transportation.
• Care for instructional materials and maintain classroom cleanliness.
• Assist self-help and hygiene needs, including toileting when needed.
• Ensure safety; act as playground aide when required; maintain rapport with staff.
• Support and cooperate with the teacher and principal; perform related duties.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paraeducator Exam

State mandated health examination

Job description

RPS Special Education Aide (6.5 hours per day)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5972727

Application Deadline: Nov 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Instructional Aide for Special Education/KERA Preschool Program

REPORTS TO: Principal/Collaborates with Teacher

JOB GOAL: To assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help students achieve and to help provide a safe and efficient environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in recording student data for IEPs (Progress Monitoring) and other programs associated with the IEPs.
• Assist in promoting appropriate behavior patterns and habits.
• Assists in the construction and development of materials related to the learning processes for the students assigned to him/her.

• Assists in the instruction of small group, large group or individual child activities for enhanced skill development.

• Assists with feeding and/or supervision of breakfast and/or/lunch/snacks program to encourage independence of students at mealtime as well as to teach appropriate eating/feeding skills/habits.
• Assists students in curricular areas that take place outside of immediate classroom, including areas around school and off the school campus.

• Assists students when entering, riding, or exiting transportation vehicles.
• Cares for all instructional materials, supplies and equipment in the classroom and/or used by students. Provides for simple housecleaning activities on a regular basis.

• Assists students in self-help areas necessary for good student health and Hygiene, including providing assistance to student with toileting needs.

• Review safety conscious techniques at all times.
• Acts as playground aide when required by supervisor.
• Maintains good rapport with students, parents, staff and other professionals.
• Provides general assistance in daily activities in cooperation with the teacher and principal and performs such other related duties as requested by the teacher and school principal.

• May be required to become CPR certified with yearly re-certification.
• Assists students in health related needs as deemed appropriate/necessary by Supervisor/School Nurse.
• Assists and monitor students during gross motor development, such as during playground time.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Safe-Crisis Management Training

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have the ability to sit, stoop, possibly lift up to 50 pounds or more.

• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Satisfactory completion of State mandated health examination.

• Must satisfactorily complete the Paraeducator Exam.

EVALUATION:

• Performed annually by Principal in collaboration with Teacher.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary commensurate with the Russell Independent Schools Classified Salary Schedule.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.58 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required