Preschool Instructional Assistant

WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant II

(Preschool)
JOB CLASS CODE: 7318

CLASSIFIED/CERTIFIED: Classified

REPORTS TO: Principal/Principal designee

SALARY SCHEDULE: 120
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

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

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Has current certification in CPR
Has knowledge of basic record keeping techniques
Has experience working with children in a diverse workplace

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Instructional Assistant II, under the direction of the supervising teacher or Principal, assists in providing a
safe and quality environment for Preschool students by tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil
progress, preparation and organization of materials and equipment an/or instructing; also rides bus and assists
bus driver in supervising, loading and unloading students; as such, this position includes the MANDATORY duty
of serving as a substitute preschool bus monitor when needed at the applicable rate of pay.
Therefore, successful applicants must be available to serve in that capacity Monday through Thursday
(6:30 - 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.) as needed.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES & EVALUATION CRITERIA
Implements instructional techniques and preschool learning activities as directed by the teacher
Prepares and organizes materials and equipment for preschool instruction and instructs pupils individually or in
small groups under the direction of the teacher
Operates and cares for equipment used in the preschool classroom for instructional purposes
Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
Reinforces positive behavior through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Assists teacher in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and
related school activities
Understands and applies safe practices in classroom and playground activities
Performs health services, if needed, for which training will be provided
Communicates and maintains effective relationships with students, parents, and staff, both orally and in writing
Acts in accordance with the bylaws and policies set forth by the Warren County Board of Education, KRS, KAR,
and applicable federal laws and regulations

WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Completes all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned and by the designated deadline
Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to students
Performs other duties as assigned by the teacher, Principal, and/or Superintendent or his/her designee

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is performed while sitting, standing or walking and requires the use of hands for simple grasping and
fine manipulations. The work at times requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, with the ability
to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Number of days worked will be determined by the current school calendar adopted by the Warren County Board
of Education. Salary shall be commensurate with adopted classified personnel salary schedule. Leave accrual will
be as stated in Board Policy

EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of Warren County Board of Education
policy on evaluation of classified/certified personnel. Evaluations will be conducted by the Principal with input
from the supervising teacher.

12/16/2021 WCBE
07/01/2022 Revised
01/19/2023 Revised