Instructional Monitor II

Instructional Monitor II

Mercer County Schools Mercer Co. Intermediate - Harrodsburg, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5847512

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Class Code: 7319

Basic Function:
Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.

Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action.

MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS THE KENTUCKY PARA EDUCATOR ASSESSMENT AND HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GEDBEFORE YOU ARE INTERVIEWED or CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

NO TEST IS REQUIRED IFYOU HAVE 64 COLLEGE CREDIT HOURS WITH A 2.5 GPA.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Instructional Assistant II

Reports to:

Principal

Job Class Code: 7319

Work Schedule:

See Salary Schedule

Pay Scale:
See Current Salary Schedule Approval Date: 9/17/2009

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action. Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• 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 English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student’s IEP.
• 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 or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, 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, 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLED…