Special Education Instructional Assistant (MSD) - OCMS

Ohio County Middle School; Hartford (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio County Middle School in Hartford, Kentucky, seeks a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students. The role involves classroom and clerical tasks, community-based activities, and helping implement instructional plans under supervision.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, basic language skills, and ability to work with children. Training, testing, and adherence to district policies are part of the job; reports to the principal. Position is full-time.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Competent language skills.
• Ability to work with children in an organized setting.
• Participates in program training as required by Kentucky DOE and local district.
• Successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment test.
• Meets criminal records check requirements.
• Meets health requirements as per district policy.
• Operates office and educational equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks.
• Support classroom management and student activities.
• Conduct community-based instruction and classroom activities with supervision.
• Assist with assessments and instructional planning as directed.
• Operate instructional and office equipment and maintain materials.

Skills

Language skills

Child interaction

Communication

Classroom assistance

Clerical tasks

Basic math and literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Special Education Instructional Assistant (MSD) - OCMS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5988725

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Instructional Assistant - Job Class #8323, 7 hours/180 Days

Ohio County Middle School

This position will be for an Special Education Assistant.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or GED Certificate.

2. Demonstrates competent language skills.

3. Has demonstrated ability to work with children in an organized setting.

4. Participates in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and local district.

5. Successful completion of the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment test.

6. Has met the requirements of a criminal records check as specified by Kentucky State Law.

7. Has met health requirements as specified in district personnel policy.

8. Must demonstrate and/or develop skills to operate office and educational equipment.

REPORTS TO:

Principal or his/her designee

JOB GOAL:

To assist teachers in designated instructional, non-instructional, management and clerical tasks. The variety of activities will be determined by the needs of the students. Aids may conduct community-based instruction and classroom activities apart from the physical presence of the teacher with appropriate direction and supervision.

1.0 GENERAL KNOWLEDGE BASE

Knowledge Of:

1.1 Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.

1.2 Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.

1.3 Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

1.4 Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

1.5 Basic record-keeping techniques.

2.0 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability To:

2.1 Learn child guidance principles and practices.

2.2 Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of the ethnic communities.

2.3 Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.

2.4 Print and write legibly.

2.5 Add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and accurately.

2.6 Understand and follow oral and written directions.

2.7 Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.

2.8 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

2.9 Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.

2.10 Work cooperatively with others.

2.11 Monitor, observe and report students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.

2.12 Operate instructional and office equipment.

2.13 Take proper care of workspace and materials.

3.0 PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 Maintains confidentiality of records and all information concerning students and classroom activities; refers all questions to teacher or principal.

3.2 Is punctual and prepared for immediate assumption of duties upon arrival at school, utilizes time appropriately and maintains good attendance.

3.3 Attends appropriate professional development meetings.

3.4 Consistently projects a positive attitude towards the school and community.

3.5 Conducts classroom instruction under the direction and supervision of the teacher.

3.6 Assists with the administration of assessments which will be scored by the teacher for use in instructional planning.

3.7 Conducts adaptive physical education and other fine and gross motor activities under teacher direction and supervision.

3.8 Assists children with self-care activities, i.e., feeding and toileting (diapering when necessary).

3.9 Assists in large-group instruction.

3.10 Tutors, without direct supervision, both individually and with small group of children.

3.11 Assists in reviewing home and seat work activities.

3.12 Assists children with oral and written communication, make-up work, and hands on activities.

3.13 Observes and records student behavior; assists in behavior management systems designed by the teacher to meet individual student needs; reinforces positive behavior of students.

3.14 Participates in reading and story telling activities.

3.15 Assists the teacher with helping each child develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically at his/her own rate.

3.16 Collects and prepares materials and manages displays, teaching centers, and similar instructional activities.

3.17 Records written materials for children who have visual or physical disabilities.

3.18 Helps children solve personal conflicts with other children.

3.19 Is familiar with fire and tornado exit procedures and crisis policies, and assists with implementation as necessary.

3.20 Works with audio-visual equipment, copying machines, etc.

3.21 Assists in classroom organization and management.

3.22 Assists students with appropriate bus behavior when assigned to ride a special education bus; assists on instructional field trips and community-based instruction.

3.23 Assists certified persons in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and related school activities.

3.24 Acts in accordance with the policies as set forth by the Ohio County Board of Education, KRS, KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.

3.25 Performs other duties that may be specifically covered in this general job description as assigned by the supervising teacher and/or principal.

3.26 Demonstrates loyalty, dedication, and a positive attitude toward the mission and goals of the Ohio County Schools.

3.27 Dresses appropriately for the job and is neat and well-groomed.

3.28 Exhibits good physical health required to perform tasks.

3.29 Accepts constructive criticism willingly.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Jonathan Schroader , Principal
• Ohio County Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]