Special Education Providence Teaching Assistant 2026-2027

Christian Academy School System; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Christian Academy School System’s Providence School at English Station in Louisville, Kentucky invites applications for a Special Education Providence Teaching Assistant (Paraprofessional) for the 2026-2027 year. The role supports students with Down syndrome and collaborates with the Providence teacher to deliver instruction and modified materials.

Starting January 2027, this full-time, 10-month position with full benefits requires a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, background checks, and a

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate shall provide a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with special needs children preferred.
• Must complete background checks and TB test; CPR/First Aid training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for assisting the Providence Classroom Teacher.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to meet student needs.
• Care for and treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Help prepare materials for lessons/activities.
• Assist students with self-help skills including toileting, lunch, and snacks.
• Utilize technology to gather data and create materials; attend staff meetings.
• Support a Christian environment and model biblical values.

Education

High School diploma or transcript

Tools

CPR & First Aid Training

TB test

Criminal Records Check

CAN (Child Abuse and Neglect) Check

18 years of age

Job description

Special Education Providence Teaching Assistant 2026-2027

Christian Academy School System Christian Academy - English Station - Louisville, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Providence Assistant (Pre K-12)

(Paraprofessional)

The Providence School

English Station Campus

Start Date: January 2027

Scope

The Providence Assistant‘s (Paraprofessional) primary duties are to support students with Down syndrome. They will collaborate with the Providence teacher as directed, by providing instruction to students, creating and implementing modified materials, and other duties as appropriate.

Qualifications

The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:

• A strong clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit
• A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school
• Commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for the Christian Academy School System
• Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind

The ideal candidate shall provide/successfully complete the following:

• Previous professional experience with special needs children preferred
• Copy of High School diploma or transcript of highest degree earned
• TB test
• CPR & First Aid Training
• Criminal Records Check
• Child Abuse and Neglect Check (CAN)
• Must be 18 years of age

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

The Assistant shall:

• Be responsible for assisting the Providence Classroom Teacher
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher to meet student needs
• Care for and treat each child with dignity and respect
• Help in preparation of necessary materials for lessons/activities
• Assist students with self-help skills which may include toileting, lunch, snack
• Utilize technology to gather data, work with students, create materials, and streamline information, etc
• Attend and participate in all Providence School staff meetings
• Participate in recommended training programs, workshops, courses, and other aspects so professional growth as needed
• Assistant will assure each child is treated with love and value and taught that God made him/her special
• Will pray for each teacher and student daily
• Perform other duties as assigned

Outcomes

Ongoing assistance to Providence School Teacher

• Regular ongoing support for students

Reporting Relationship

The Providence Teaching Assistant works under the direction of the Providence classroom teacher, and is accountable to the Providence School Director, and the Principal.

Job Details

Job ID: 5984006

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Details

Position Type: Full-Time 10 Months Full Benefits

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Renee Janocik
• 700 South English Station Road
• Louisville, Kentucky 40245
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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