WHS Elementary Instructional Assistant I

West Hopkins School; Nebo (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hopkins School in Nebo, Kentucky is seeking an Elementary Instructional Assistant I to support a certified teacher in a bustling classroom. This full-time role for the 2026-27 school year starts immediately and involves tutoring, preparing materials, and assisting with tests and progress reporting.

The right candidate will hold a high school diploma or GED and will be prepared to take the Kentucky Para Educator test.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Para Educator test required by Kentucky law.
• Experience working with children in an organized setting is preferred.
• Must pass Para-Educator test per state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups and monitor student progress.
• Prepare and organize lessons and instructional materials as directed.
• Assist in administering tests and record results.
• Maintain classroom records and attendance; support clerical tasks.
• Support teacher in labs, displays, equipment, and PBIS practices.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WHS Elementary Instructional Assistant I

Job Details

Hopkins County School District WEST HOPKINS SCHOOL - Nebo, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5943953
Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Instructional Assistant I
Classified Position - 7320

2026‑27 school year

Salary

Category5 per Salary Schedule

Days

TBD

Reports to:

Assigned Teacher

School Principal

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• Assists a certified teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting
• Work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer arid score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned
• Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics
• Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
• Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Basic record‑keeping techniques

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities
• Print and write legibly
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities
• Work cooperatively with others
• Monitor, observe and report studentrsquo’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures
• Operate instructional and office equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining middot;a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law. Must pass the Para Educator test in accordance with state regulations or have 48 accredited college hours.
• Experience in working with children in an organized setting
• Must pass thePara-Educator test in accordance with State regulations

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Jennie Knight , Principal
• WEST HOPKINS SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]