Instructor I, II, III - Luhr Elementary (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40

Job Title

Assists in the implementation of education programs by providing comprehensive assessments, evaluations, and instruction to meet the needs of parents and children; including home visitation and instruction. Works under the direction of certified staff member.

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Passing score on the Kentucky Para educator Assessment (KPA) or 48 college hours. Successful experience with children Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds. Program specific certifications/training Effective communication skills

Associate Degree or approved equivalent training (64 college semester hours) and experience One year successful experience with children Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds. Program specific certifications/training Effective communication skills

Bachelor's Degree Three years successful experience with children Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds. Program specific certifications/training Effective communication skills

If your highest education is High School or GED you must take and pass the Kentucky Para educator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and you have three chances to obtain a passing score. For assistance with studying for this assessment, click KPA Study Guide and / or sign up for the KPA Prep Class with JCPS Adult Education. You can sign up here and make sure to select "I want KPA classes" more information about the class can be found here .

To schedule to take the KPA test with our Adult Ed department  . Upon completion of scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email from Adult Ed with additional instructions about the location, address and parking.

Applicants with transcripts obtained outside the U.S. will need to have their credentials evaluated prior to being referred for vacancies. Contact an approved agency from the following list:  Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualification for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely. Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.