Student Development Assistant

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Clifton (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky – Education & Labor Cabinet, Department of Education, Kentucky School for the Blind in Louisville, is seeking a Student Development Assistant for the 2nd shift (Sunday–Thursday, 3:30pm–11:30pm). The role includes supervising students, assisting with homework and literacy, and maintaining dorm safety and order.

Requirements: high school graduate and one year of experience in student development or education.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• One year of experience working with individuals in a student development or education program.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and instruction to students regarding homework and study; ensure safety and accountability; maintain dorm cleanliness.
• Assist students with independent living skills and literacy; help with organization of leisure time.
• Interprets and applies school policies related to the student development program, including discipline; maintain records and reports; attend meetings.
• Complete and maintain student records/reports; attend necessary student meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 9/11/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2604603

Student Development Assistant

Pay Grade: 10

Salary: $2,459.44 - $3,209.70 Monthly

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location: 1867 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206 USA

This is a 2nd shift position. The hours are Sunday-Thursday 3:30pm– 11:30 pm.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of StateSchools, Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB) in Louisville (Jefferson County) has an opening for a StudentDevelopment Assistant, 2nd Shift.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide supervision and instruction to students regarding homework and study assistance. Ensure safety andaccountability. Maintain cleanliness of dorm.
• Assist students with independent living skills and conflict resolution skills. Assist with literacy programsand assist students with organization of leisure time.
• Interprets and apply school policies related to the student development program, including discipline.Maintain appropriate records and submit reports. Attend meetings.
• Complete and maintain student records/reports. Attend necessary student meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment).
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Optional insurance (dental/vision).
• Life insurance.
• State retirement system and deferred compensation options.
• Paid leave (annual, sick, personal, military, jury, educational, etc.).
• Paid holidays (12.5 days/year; 13.5 in a Presidential election year).
• Free financial planning program.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible work schedules (if applicable).
• Employee resource and recognition programs.
• Employee wellness programs.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 1-888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of experience working with individuals in a student development or education program.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions: Work is typically performed in an instructional/counseling setting.

Probationary Period: This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Christy Ricketts at [e-mail] or 502-564-3716.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D