Special Education Instructional Health Assistant Mt. Washington Middle

Special Education Instructional Health Assistant (2026-27) – Mt. Washington Middle

Bullitt County Schools Mt. Washington Middle School – Mount Washington, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Aug 7, 2026

Join us for the  school year!

Assist certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

• Have strong communication skills and the ability to relate to students.
• Have the belief that all kids can learn at high levels.
• Have a positive attitude and a tremendous work ethic.
• Be dedicated to the profession.
• Education: Must meet one of the following:
  • 48 college semester hours
  • An Associate’s Degree or
  • High school diploma plus a passing score on the Para educator Assessment Exam.
• Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.

Contract Length: 183 days per year

• 170 student instructional days
• 4 holidays
• 7 planning days

Contract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date.

Employment Status: Full-time with benefits

Employment Type: 10‑month employee on the classified pay schedule

Job : 5768792

Final date to receive applications: Jun 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 9, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Hours: 6.25 hours per day (plus a 30‑minute unpaid lunch)

Pay Scale

• Starting Pay (Step 0): $16.46 /hour
• Experienced Pay (Step 10): $20.26 /hour

We value experience! Previous experience working with students?

New hires may bring up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.

• The hired applicant is responsible for submitting the BCPS Verification of Experience Form to prior employers for completion and return to HR.

Payroll

Note:

While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year‑long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.

Salary Formula:
Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate
Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary.
Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay.

• Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
• Life Insurance (Total $50,000): FREE TO YOU! $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
• Time Off: Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
• Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.

At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward—together. Come help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.

• Tim Ridley, Principal
• Mt. Washington Middle School
• Phone: 502‑869‑5200
• Email: tim.ridleychools.us

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required