Special Education Instructional Assistant (2026-2027) - Overdale Elementary

Bullitt County Schools • Louisville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bullitt County Public Schools is seeking a motivated individual for the 2026-2027 school year to serve as a Special Education Instructional Assistant at Overdale Elementary. This role involves supporting a certificated teacher by performing various functions within the classroom setting to assist students with their educational and personal needs.

Requirements

• Must meet one of the following: 48 college semester hours, An Associate’s Degree, OR High school diploma plus a passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment Exam.
• Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• 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 students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and physically restrain and control a student up to 150 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with students, intervention systems, and small-group instruction is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Administer first aid and medications according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform a broad variety of health services for students.
• Assist teacher with crisis intervention and physical restraints of students.
• Assist students with personal hygiene needs: toileting, diapering, feeding, etc.
• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, 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.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher.
• Administer and 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 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 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.
• 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
• Life Insurance (Total $50,000): FREE TO YOU! $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
• Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated).
• Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.

What This Job Offers

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