Special Needs Assistant (PS)

Districtwide; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Floyd County Schools Districtwide in Prestonsburg, KY is seeking a Special Needs Assistant to support teachers in delivering individualized instruction. Responsibilities include tutoring small groups or individuals, assisting with health-related tasks, and helping students with daily activities and transitions.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and preferred experience with children in organized settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of higher education preferred.
• One year experience with children in an organized setting preferred.
• Ability to assist with instructional activities under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups, reinforcing instruction as directed.
• Administer medications and injections per training and state law.
• Transport students to activities and assist in treatment preparation.
• Monitor student behavior and report progress per district procedures.
• Perform routine clerical duties and prepare instructional materials.
• Assist students with daily tasks and health and safety practices.
• Support groups and supervise lunchroom/playground activities.

Skills

Diploma/GED

Higher education coursework

Experience with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college coursework

Job description

Special Needs Assistant (PS)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920077
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 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: $11.60 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Mary Meade , Human Resource Personnel Assistant
• 442 Ky Rt 550
• Eastern, Kentucky 41622
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]