Teacher Assistant - Elizabeth Lee Black School

Barber National Institute; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Barber National Institute's Elizabeth Lee Black School is seeking a Teacher's Assistant / Para Educator to support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral challenges. You will assist teachers with IEPs, provide direct student support, and help create an engaging, structured learning environment.

The role requires a high school diploma (paraprofessional certification or 48 college credits preferred) and a commitment to safety, inclusion, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; paraprofessional certification or 48 college credits preferred.
• Experience with children, especially in a special education setting, is a plus.
• Eligibility for state police, child abuse history clearance, and FBI PDE clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with implementing lesson plans tailored to students' individual needs.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support to reinforce learning.
• Support students in developing social, behavioral, and academic skills.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care as needed.
• Help with classroom organization, materials preparation, and record-keeping.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the teacher.
• Encourage student engagement and participation in activities.
• Monitor and report behavioral concerns as they arise.

Skills

Child engagement and support

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Safety and structure

Education

High school diploma

Paraprofessional certification or 48 college credits

Job description

Sign-On: $1,000

Schedule: 8:15 am - 3:15 pm, Monday - Friday (School Year and Extended School Year)

Summary

At the Elizabeth Lee Black School, we believe every student has the right to an education and success. Our school provides individualized, high-quality education in a supportive and structured environment.

As a Teacher's Assistant / Para Educator, you will play a key role in supporting students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral challenges. You will assist teachers in implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), provide direct student support, and help create an engaging learning experience.

What You'll Bring

• A passion for working with children and making a positive impact in their education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families.
• Patience, adaptability, and enthusiasm for supporting students with diverse learning needs.
• A commitment to fostering a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

What You'll Have

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma and ability to complete the paraprofessional certification or 48 college credit hours earned.
• Experience working with children, particularly in a special education setting, is a plus.
• Ability to assist with classroom management, instructional support, and behavioral strategies.
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Check, Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI PDE Clearance (FBI Aging Clearance required for individuals who do not meet PA residency requirements).

A Typical Day May Include

• Assisting teachers in implementing lesson plans tailored to students' individual needs.
• Providing one-on-one or small-group support to reinforce learning.
• Supporting students in developing social, behavioral, and academic skills.
• Helping students with daily living activities and personal care, as needed.
• Assisting with classroom organization, materials preparation, and record-keeping.
• Monitoring student progress and communicating observations with the teacher.
• Encouraging student engagement and participation in educational activities.
• Monitoring and reporting behavioral concerns when situations arise.