Special Needs Assistant

Floyd County Schools; Betsy Layne (KY); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Floyd County Schools Betsy Layne Elementary School in Betsy Layne, Kentucky is seeking a Special Needs Assistant to support instruction for students with disabilities. Starting date is immediate; duties include tutoring individuals and small groups, assisting with health procedures, transporting students, and preparing materials under the teacher's guidance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of KPA or two years of college, and prior experience with children in an

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; KPA completion or 2 years college.
• Experience with children in organized settings preferred.
• Must be able to assist students with health-related procedures and daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups, including students with disabilities.
• Administer medications and injections per training and state law.
• Transport students to activities and assist in preparation for treatment.
• Monitor and report student behavior and progress.
• Prepare instructional materials and clerical duties as needed.
• Assist students with daily tasks and safety.

Skills

Tutoring

Behavior monitoring

Transportation

Health procedures

Classroom materials

Student support

Education

High school diploma or GED

KPA or 2 years college

Job description

Special Needs Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971393

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or G.E.D. and successfulcompletion of KPA or completed two years of study at an institution of higher education. One year experience in working with children in an organized settingpreferred.

REPORTS TO:Principal

JOB GOAL: Assists teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups involving exceptional children.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and terms of employment according toapproved salary schedules.

EVALUATIONS: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the district evaluation plan.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tutors individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher.


• Administer medications and injections subject to appropriate training requirements and provisions of state law.


• Transports students to and from activities and assists in preparation for treatment as required.


• Monitors and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior; checks and assists students with lab work as necessary.


• Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials.


• Assists students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student in getting on and off the bus.


• Assists students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.


• Assures the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.


• Directs group activities of students as assigned; assists in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities.


• Participates in meetings and professional development training programs as assigned.


• Performs other related duties as assigned to include student health related procedures.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.19 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Mary Meade , Human Resource Personnel Assistant


• 442 Ky Rt 550


• Eastern, Kentucky 41622


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]