Special Needs Assistant - Student Support & Instruction

Young World Physical Education; Martin (KY); On-site; USD 13,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Floyd County Schools in Martin, Kentucky, is hiring a Special Needs Assistant to support instruction for students with disabilities at May Valley Elementary School. The role reports to the Principal and requires a high school diploma or GED with related coursework; prior experience with children is preferred.

Responsibilities include tutoring individuals or small groups, assisting with health-related procedures, transporting students, monitoring behavior, and performing clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of college study.
• One year experience working with children in an organized setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Administers medications and injections subject to training and state law.
• Transports students to activities and assists in preparation for treatment.
• Monitors and reports student behavior and progress.
• Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional materials.
• Assists students with daily tasks and mobility and helps on/off the bus.
• Provides emotional support and positive guidance to students.
• Ensures health and safety practices are followed.
• Directs group activities and monitors lunchroom/playground behaviors.
• Participates in meetings and professional development training.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college study

Job description

Floyd County Schools in Martin, Kentucky, is hiring a Special Needs Assistant to support instruction for students with disabilities at May Valley Elementary School. The role reports to the Principal and requires a high school diploma or GED with related coursework; prior experience with children is preferred.

Responsibilities include tutoring individuals or small groups, assisting with health-related procedures, transporting students, monitoring behavior, and performing clerical tasks.