Instructional Assistant 11 - 7318 - Preschool - Lincoln Trail

Hardin County School District • Elizabethtown, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year, requiring 183 days of work per year, 7 hours per day. The primary function is to assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups, typically in programs for exceptional children or equivalent. This role involves monitoring and reporting student progress. Instructional Assistant II incumbents operate within a complex program that generally requires additional skills and allows for increased independence.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
• Complete two years of study at an institution of higher education; OR obtain an associate's (or higher) degree; OR meet a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or as appropriate reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).
• Some experience in working with children in an organized setting.
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading.
• Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques.
• Ability to learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public, including members of ethnic communities.
• Ability to perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
• Ability to print and write legibly.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and accurately.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to learn procedures, functions, and limitations of assigned duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to monitor, observe, and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate instructional and office equipment.
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as a member of an instructional team, including remediation teams.
• Develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members.
• Serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher.
• Administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines.
• Assist in determining the English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests, scoring and recording test information.
• Read, understand, and assist in implementing, recording, and monitoring a student's IEP.
• Monitor and report student behavior 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 and attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, and exhibits.
• Operate audio-visual equipment and educational training equipment.
• Distribute and collect paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities.
• Provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students in physical tasks such as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, and others.
• Assist students in getting on and off the bus.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
• Confer 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.
• Administer health services to students as necessary, including medication administration, operation/maintenance of medical equipment, or administration of clinical procedures.
• 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree