Instructional Assistant II - 7318-16 - North Park/Preschool

Hardin County School District • Radcliff, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026/2027 school year. The Instructional Assistant II assists a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups, typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs. This role involves monitoring and reporting student progress. Incumbents work within a complex program, requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action. This is distinct from an Instructional Assistant I, who assists in a regular classroom setting.

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 met 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.
• 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.
• 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 students 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 the 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 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: High school or GED