HES Instructional Assistant-Special Needs

HES Instructional Assistant – Special Needs

Location: McCracken Heath Elementary School – West Paducah, Kentucky

Job : 5727576
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students with disabilities in individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines adopted by the Board of Education and/or the school SBDM Council.
• 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; administer and score tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report student behavior according to approved procedures; assist students with lab work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparing instructional and classroom materials, operating copy machines, and maintaining classroom and attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, and exhibits; operate audio‑visual equipment and educational training equipment.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs and provide supplies inventory as needed.
• Offer emotional support and general guidance to students.
• Confer with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents of absent students; make home visits as necessary.
• Ensure health and safety of students by following practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities and assist in monitoring lunchroom, playground, and field trip activities.
• Participate in meetings and in‑service training programs.
• Remain at school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance and incorporate technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

• Basic subjects taught in 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.
• Effective communication with students, parents, staff, and public, including ethnic communities.
• Perform routine clerical duties and operate instructional and office equipment.
• Understanding of oral and written directions.
• Cooperative work with others and effective oral/written communication.
• Monitoring, observing, and reporting student behavior.

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and some experience working with children in an organized setting.
Also: 48 hours college credit evidenced by college transcript or successful completion of Kentucky Para educator Assessment test.

• Associate degree preferred.

Position Type: Full‑Time
Salary: $14.17 Per Hour
Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

• Laine Cooper, Principal
• Heath Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: laine.cooperchools.us