Special Needs Instructional Assistant (Immediate Start)

Mccracken-County-Public-Schools; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

McCracken Lone Oak Middle School in Paducah, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant I – Special Needs (FMD/SSE). You will support a certificated teacher, work with students with disabilities in small groups, and help monitor progress and behavior throughout the school day.

Responsibilities include tutoring, preparing instructional materials, and assisting with tests and lab activities. Requires basic educational duties and patient, team‑oriented collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 48 college credits or higher.
• Must pass Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment.
• Associate degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teachers by providing instruction to students with disabilities in small groups or one-to-one.
• Record student progress and report developments to the teacher.
• Help prepare lessons and instructional materials and manage classroom activities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 hours college credit

Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment

Associate degree preferred

Job description

McCracken Lone Oak Middle School in Paducah, KY is seeking an Instructional Assistant I – Special Needs (FMD/SSE). You will support a certificated teacher, work with students with disabilities in small groups, and help monitor progress and behavior throughout the school day.

Responsibilities include tutoring, preparing instructional materials, and assisting with tests and lab activities. Requires basic educational duties and patient, team‑oriented collaboration with staff.