Special Education Support Specialist

Jessamine County School District; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jessamine County School District's Red Oak Elementary School in Nicholasville, KY seeks a GRIT Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist certificated teachers in delivering instruction to individuals or small groups and monitor student progress.

This role requires dedication to student growth and collaboration with instructional teams. Starting immediately, the position is full-time in a classroom setting, with duties ranging from lesson preparation to routine clerical tasks and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with para-educator exam or college credit hours.
• Ability to monitor and report student progress and participate in remediation teams.
• Familiarity with basic classroom safety and record-keeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and track progress.
• Assist in instruction and remediation teams.
• Prepare and organize lessons; administer tests and assess English proficiency.
• Administer and score tests and record information.
• Monitor student behavior and report progress.
• Provide clerical support and maintain records.
• Set up work areas and operate audio-visual equipment.
• Assist in labs and supervise group activities.
• Communicate with parents and attend meetings.

Skills

Learn child guidance

Communicate effectively

Perform routine clerical duties

Print and writeLegibly

Basic math calculations

Follow directions

Teamwork

Operate instructional equipment

Education

High school diploma

Para-educator exam

64 college semester hours

Teacher certification

Job description

Jessamine County School District's Red Oak Elementary School in Nicholasville, KY seeks a GRIT Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. You will assist certificated teachers in delivering instruction to individuals or small groups and monitor student progress.

This role requires dedication to student growth and collaboration with instructional teams. Starting immediately, the position is full-time in a classroom setting, with duties ranging from lesson preparation to routine clerical tasks and