Special Education Instructional Assistant (2 positions)

Young World Physical Education; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 17,509 - 18,942; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Special Education Instructional Assistant in Mount Sterling, Kentucky. The role involves supporting students with disabilities under the supervision of a teacher, assisting with both academic and personal care needs. Candidates should hold a High School diploma or equivalent. The position offers a pay rate of $12.71 to $13.75 per hour depending on qualifications. For inquiries, please contact Casey Greene at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Assist certified teachers in providing instruction to exceptional children.
• Meet Physical Performance Requirements.
• Demonstrate ability to lift and assist with physical care of student(s).

Responsibilities

• Support special education students in individual or small group instructions.
• Assist in the health needs of students as necessary.
• Monitor and report student progress.

Skills

High School diploma or equivalent

Passing score on KY Paraeducator Assessment or 2 years of college

Physical assistance skills

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant (2 positions)

Montgomery Co KY Mapleton Elementary School – Mount Sterling, Kentucky. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in MoCo Schools KY.

Job Details

Job ID: 5673422

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Special Education Assistant

Pay Rates for 2025-2026

Preschool and Special Education - LBD or MSD/FMD

$12.71/hour or $13.75 with Bachelor's Degree (transcripts needed)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or equivalent and passing score on KY Paraeducator Assessment (or 2 years of college).

2. Must meet Physical Performance Requirements.

3. Other additional qualifications as the Superintendent or Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS: Principal/Teacher

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

JOB GOAL: To work closely, under the supervision of the teacher, with handicapped pupils on a regular basis in an effort to provide them with the mental and physical help and emotional support they need to gain as many benefits from the District’s Special Education program as possible.

BASIC FUNCTION: 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.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the teacher in individual or small group instruction, and reinforces learning at school or on the bus to and from school, including physical tasks such as putting on and taking off outerwear, using the lavatory, toilet training.
• Assists in utilization of catheter and feeding, depending on student’s physical needs.
• Performs routine clerical duties, such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials, operates copy machines, sets up work areas, etc.
• Serves as a resource person, if and when requested, to the student’s evaluation team conferring about the student to whom assigned.
• Provides for his/her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, training programs, and/or coursework at institutions of higher learning.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and local School Board Policy.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Rides the bus when assigned by the Principal; assists students loading, unloading, and riding the bus.
• Provides and performs student health services as directed by Supervisor after receiving appropriate training as required by law.
• Demonstrates the ability to lift and assist with physical care of student(s) as needed.
• Complies with and carries out IEP objectives and maintains records of student’s progress.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12.71 to $13.75 per hour

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Casey Greene, Principal
• Mapleton Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]