Southern Elementary School Safe Paraeducator 1.0 FTE

SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Elementary is seeking a Safe Paraeducator to assist a certified teacher and support students, including those with disabilities, in Lexington, KY. The role includes small-group tutoring, progress reporting, and collaboration with instructional teams.

The position is full-time hourly with 183-day calendar and requires at least 48 college credits or equivalent; starts date TBD; salary ranges $17 to $25.53 per hour with benefits outlined in the district salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum 48 college credit hours or Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or an Associate's Degree.
• Experience working with youth in an organized setting; instructional experience with children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and track student progress.
• Collaborate with instructional teams and communicate with parents.
• Transport students to activities and prepare lessons as directed.
• Administer and score tests and monitor English proficiency.
• Maintain classroom records and attendance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Clerical tasks

Basic arithmetic

Education

48 college credit hours or Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or Associate's Degree

Job description

Southern Elementary School Safe Paraeducator 1.0 FTE

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917111
Application Deadline: Sep 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Fayette County Public Schools, KY JOB DESCRIPTION – Safe Paraeducator

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Safe Paraeducator

Job Class Code: 7319

Position Type: Hourly

Job Type: Classified

Pay Grade * : G 02

(*salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels)

Reports To: Principal or designee

Supervises: N/A

Work Calendar Name: Paraeducators

Days in work calendar: 183

JOB SUMMARY

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as a member of an instructional team including remediation teams; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation as required.
• 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; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP.
• Monitor and report the 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.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• 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 students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
• 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.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

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 student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 48 college credit hours or successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or completion of an Associate's Degree
• Experience working with youth in an organized setting and some instructional experience in a classroom environment working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.

Licenses or Certifications:

• N/A

Special Requirements:

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, running.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 50 pounds

Job Description Creation Date:

1/1999

Revision Dates:

• 5/2002
• 9/2003
• 7/2011
• 7/2012
• 10/2024

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Please see the salary schedule here. A Salary Estimator is available here Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17 to $25.53 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brandy Holley
• SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY
• Email: [e-mail]