Special Needs Assistant

Floyd-County-Schools; Betsy Layne (KY); On-site; USD 37,195,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Job summary

Floyd County Schools Betsy Layne Elementary School in Betsy Layne, Kentucky is seeking a Special Needs Assistant to support teachers in delivering individualized instruction to students with disabilities. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supervising and transporting students, and helping with health-related procedures under trained supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, with at least one year of experience working with children; previous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction.
• Administers medications and injections as trained and per state law.
• Transports students to activities and assists in preparation for treatments.
• Monitors and reports student behavior and progress.
• Performs routine clerical duties and prepares instructional materials.
• Assists students with daily tasks and transitions, including bus loading/unloading.
• Provides guidance and supportive interactions to students; ensures health and safety.
• Directs group activities and monitors lunchroom/playground activities.
• Participates in meetings and professional development as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college coursework

Job description

Special Needs Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5932777

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 18, 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]