GCHS Special Education Instructional Assistant

GCHS Special Education Instructional Assistant

Graves County School District, Graves County High School – Mayfield, Kentucky, Open in Google Maps.

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job : 5760784

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Salary: $13.30 Per Hour

Position Type: Full-Time

Class

Title:

Instructional Assistant I

Basic Function: Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups and monitor and report student progress.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher in a regular classroom setting;
Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a more complex program requiring additional skills and increased independence.

• Tutor individuals or small groups, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as a member of instructional and remediation teams.
• Prepare and organize lessons; administer and score tests; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report student behavior per approved procedures; report progress in performance and behavior; assist students with lab work as needed.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparing instructional materials, operating copiers, maintaining classroom and attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, exhibits, operating audio‑visual and educational equipment, distributing and collecting supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students during labs; inventory supplies as necessary.
• Provide guidance, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general assistance to students.
• Confer as needed with teachers regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents when students are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• Ensure health and safety by following practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities; supervise lunchroom, playground, emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in‑service training programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Basic district subjects (arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, reading).
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary.
• Interpersonal skills: tact, patience, courtesy.
• Basic record‑keeping techniques.
• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public, including diverse communities.
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
• Print and write legibly; perform basic arithmetic quickly and accurately.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions; learn procedures, functions, limits of duties.
• Communicate effectively 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 student behavior per policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.

Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law; some experience working with children in an organized setting.

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

• Carmen Robertson, Principal
• Graves County High School
• Email: carmen.robertsonchools.us