Instructional Assistant - East Heights

7320 Instructional Assistant I - East Heights

Henderson County Schools East Heights Elementary School – Henderson, Kentucky

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

BASIC FUNCTION: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress. Typically this is at the kindergarten level.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age and supply proof of: a high school diploma and ability to pass the Kentucky Para educator Assessment OR completion of a minimum of sixty (48) semester hours of study at an institution of higher education OR an associate (or higher) degree. Those with a teaching certification are preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Also requires a physical exam, TB risk assessment, CAN check, state/national criminal background check and drug screen. This position is 181 days prorated for the 2026-27 school year; 7.5 hours per day.

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Salary is based on years of experience. Please see https:// for our salary schedule and a breakdown of how employees are paid.

Please know that if you are a new employee to Henderson County Schools, your first paycheck will be September 15, 2026.

Job : 5751724

Final date to receive applications: Jun 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Full-Time

$13.44 to $18.37 per year

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