special ed classroom assistant

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Special Ed Classroom Assistant</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>260001ZI</b><div>
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Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Jul 30, 2026, 10:54:31 AM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> North/Northwest Side-3116 West Belden Avenue (Charles R Darwin School)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $41,766.58 to $60,584.36</div><div></div><div><div><br>
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JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
CLASS TITLE:</b> Special Education Classroom Assistant</div></div><br>
<div>
</div><div><b>CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: </b>Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: </b>Assists Special Education<b> </b>teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students&rsquo; Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students&rsquo; personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students&rsquo; behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: </b>May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Certification Requirements</b>. Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be applied for and obtained after the successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro). Also refer to:</div>
<ul><li>Illinois State Board of Education</li><li>Educator License Application</li><li>Work Keys</li><li>Paraprofessional Assessment</li></ul><br>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b><b>. </b>Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics<b>.</b></div><br>
<div></div><div>Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.)</div><br>
<div></div><div>Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b><b>. </b>Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Special Ed Classroom Assistant

<div><div><b>Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assist (SPED Instruction)</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>P173861</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Jul 30, 2026, 12:33:25 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Southwest Side-2111 W 47th St (Back of the Yards IB HS)</div><div></div><div><b>
Salary Range</b><b>:</b> $41,766.58 to $60,584.36</div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><div></div><div><br>
<div><b>
CLASS TITLE:</b> Special Education Classroom Assistant</div></div><br>
<div>
</div><div><b>CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: </b>Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid teaching certificate directly engaged in teaching subject matter or conducting activities, assists in the instruction of disabled students; and performs related duties as required.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: </b>Assists Special Education<b> </b>teachers in elementary and high schools in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities, including physical disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, emotional impairments, and mental impairments in accordance with each students&rsquo; Individual Education Program (IEP); lifts and positions non-ambulatory students during the school day as instructed by the teacher and in adherence to written instruction from students&rsquo; personal physicians; provides one-on-one tutoring services for students to present or reinforce learning concepts; provides one-on-one personal hygiene services for students with severe disabilities, including toileting, changing soiled diapers, and cleaning soiled children regardless of age; assists students with orthopedic impairments by arranging and adjusting tools, work aids, and equipment used by students in classrooms, including but not limited to specially equipped worktables, positioning equipment, wheelchairs, tape recorders, computers, communication devices, and mechanized page turners; assists teacher in instructing students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and economic self-sufficiency; accompanies students to swimming pools and medical clinics to assist in removing clothing and performing other personal services which students are unable to perform themselves; assists in feeding students unable to do so themselves; takes notes in classrooms for students unable to do so themselves; corrects homework assignments and examination materials; assists teachers in maintaining written records of students&rsquo; behavior; accompanies students and teachers on class field trips; attends and participates in workshops and in service training to update job related skills.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: </b>May utilize aggressive management techniques to physically restrain violent students, may administer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as directed by the teacher, may operate audio-visual equipment, may operate photocopying equipment.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>Certification Requirements</b>. Must possess a valid TASN (NCLB) paraprofessional license from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), which may be applied for and obtained after the successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of college credit at a college or university accredited by the North Central Association or successful completion of a paraprofessional exam (Work Keys or Parapro). Also refer to:</div>
<ul><li>Illinois State Board of Education</li><li>Educator License Application</li><li>Work Keys</li><li>Paraprofessional Assessment</li></ul><br>
<div><b>Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill</b><b>. </b>Good knowledge of the characteristics of students with various disabilities, good knowledge of English grammar and spelling, good knowledge of basic mathematics<b>.</b></div><br>
<div></div><div>Ability to work with and for students with various disabilities, ages birth to twenty-one (21) years of age; ability to follow written and oral instructions and direction; ability to complete and maintain basic written reports. (Ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is highly desirable. Individuals who do not provide evidence of the completion of training in CPR at the time of initial employment in this class title will complete CPR training as a condition of employment.)</div><br>
<div></div><div>Good oral and written communication skills, skill in the operation of photocopying and audio-visual equipment is highly desirable.</div><br>
<div></div><div><b>Physical Requirements</b><b>. </b>Medium Work: Exerting up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty (20) pounds of force frequently, and/or to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; occasional use of near visual acuity and frequent use of far visual acuity</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><div>
<b>Benefits</b>:
</div><div><b>Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</b>
</div><div><i>CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</i>
</div><ul><li>Medical Plan Options
</li><li>Pharmacy
</li><li>Dental
</li><li>Vision
</li><li>Behavioral Health &amp; EAP
</li><li>Employee Wellness Program
</li></ul><div><b>Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b>
</div><div><i>We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</i>
</div><ul><li>Basic Life Insurance
</li><li>Life and Disability Insurance
</li><li>Pension Plans
</li><li>Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
</li><li>Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance
</li></ul><div><b>Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b>
</div><div><i>CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</i>
</div><ul><li>Paid Leave
</li><li>Sick Leave
</li><li>Vacation Days
</li><li>Parental Leaves
</li><li>Short-Term Disability
</li><li>Religious Holidays
</li><li>Leaves
</li></ul><div><i>Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div></div></div>

Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assist (SPED Instruction)

BASIS.ed

<div><p><b>BASIS Peoria is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our bright, passionate teaching team!</b></p>
<p><b>The Assistant Teacher&rsquo;s Role</b></p>
<p>The Assistant Teacher role may teach a select number of courses and/or sub for an existing teacher. The position allows you to learn the BASIS Charter School model and program, including many aspects of the school, and prepares you for full time classroom teaching or other roles.</p>
<p>Assistant Teachers have a visible presence in all areas of school life, assist with issues or tasks relating to the well-being of our students, and join their colleagues in maintaining a strong, positive, achievement-oriented school culture.</p>
<p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree is required</li>
<li>Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card</li>
<li>Ability to work full time</li>
<li>Willingness to take and pass the NES Elementary Education Assessment, if necessary</li>
<li>Willingness to be considered for other campuses other than the original desired campus</li>
<li>Willingness to acquire and maintain current practices in both subject matter knowledge and BASIS Charter School teaching methodologies</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Typical Job Responsibilities (may vary per campus needs)</b></p>
<ul><li>Classroom teaching, both part-time and as a substitute</li>
<li>Assisting teachers with classroom management</li>
<li>Student academic support and tutoring</li>
<li>Assisting classroom teachers with events, labs, and testing</li>
<li>Working with teachers in evaluating student progress, needs, and gains</li>
<li>Proctoring assessments</li>
<li>Monitoring and managing students&rsquo; non-scheduled time, including Early Bird and Late Bird supervision and Lunch Monitor responsibilities</li>
<li>Monitoring and managing study groups</li>
<li>Assisting the school&rsquo;s Deans and Directors of Student Affairs with managing behavior and discipline</li>
<li>Assisting the school with managing and executing key programs</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Additional Skills and Competencies</b></p>
<ul><li>Strong belief in and adherence to the BASIS Charter School academic program and school model</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making</li>
<li>Ability to work with diverse constituents while maintaining the highest professional standards</li>
<li>Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure</li>
<li>Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About BASIS Ed</b><b>: </b>The BASIS academic program is consistently ranked among the top 10 programs nationally and is competitive on an international scale. The mission of BASIS Schools is to provide an academically excellent and rigorous liberal arts college preparatory education to all Lower and Upper School students.</p>
<p><b>Benefits and Salary:</b></p>
<ul><li>Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience</li>
<li>BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
<ul><li>Employer paid medical and dental insurance</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>Ability to add dependents</li>
<li>401k with partial match that grows over time</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Reasonable Accommodations Statement</b><br>
<i>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></p>
<p><i>Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS&rsquo; non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.</i><br>
<br>
<i>*As used in this policy, the term &quot;BASIS&quot; refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.</i></p></div>

Teaching Fellow

YMCA

<div><p><b>POSITION SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibilities. Under the guidance of the Early Childhood Director/ Ed Coordinator and the Lead Teacher, the main responsibilities of the Teacher Assistant are to assist in planning, preparing and implementing the classroom curriculum using the Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS).</p><p>
</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b></p><ul><li>
Assist in establishing a warm and professional rapport with all children and families in the classroom</li><li>
Assist in maintaining health and safety standards in the classroom</li><li>
Maintain accurate attendance records</li><li>
Ensure cleanliness of the classroom including counter tops, sinks and tables</li><li>
Greet families and children as they enter or exit the classroom and or building</li><li>
Support social and emotional development and positive guidance in the classroom</li><li>
Assist in designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals of the age of the children</li><li>
Assist in the documentation of children&rsquo;s work</li><li>
Ensure appropriate active supervision of children at all times of day (especially in the bathroom and on the playground)</li><li>
Follow through with the daily lesson plans in the absence of the Lead Teacher</li><li>
Be familiar with DHS licensing regulations, and Family Handbook</li><li>
Participate in Family Engagement Activities run by the center</li><li>
Develop a yearly Professional Development Plan that is aligned to the RI Workforce Knowledge Competencies, which will include 20 hour of training in a related field.</li><li>
Participate in all staff trainings and parent/staff meetings and other mandatory or required meetings during the year.</li><li>
Complete the duties or provide coverage as assigned by the Ed Coordinator/Director of the program</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
The Teacher Assistant shall have an a minimum of a Teacher Assistant Certification or 9 college credits in early childhood education</li><li>
Three months experience working in a classroom environment</li><li>
Must be at least 21 years of age</li><li>
Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid within 3 months of hire</li><li>
Obtain or begin the requirements to obtain the RIELDS certificate within 9 months of hire</li><li>
Meet all DCYF and YMCA Employment qualifications</li><li>
Ability to understand and comply with YMCA Child Abuse Prevention policies.</li><li>
Completion of criminal background check and screening in accordance with YMCA standards.</li><li>
Completion of required Child Abuse Prevention training prior to and throughout employment.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with youth.</li></ul><p>
</p><p></p><p><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</b></p><p>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successful perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions<b>:
</b></p><ul><li>Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.</li><li>
Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.</li><li>
Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.</li><li>
Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.</li><li>
Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.</li><li>
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.</li><li>
Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.</li><li>
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency</li></ul><p><b>
YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:</b></p><p><i>
Mission Advancement</i><i>:</i> Accepts and demonstrates the Y&rsquo;s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.</p><p><i>
Collaboration: W</i>orks effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person&rsquo;s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.</p><p><i>
Operational Effectiveness</i><i>:</i> Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.</p><p><i>
Personal Growth</i><i>:</i> Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.</p></div>

Teachers Assistant Toddler

Jefferson County Public Schools, KY

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 40452</div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><b>
Position Type:</b><br>
 Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified)/Elementary Instructional Assistant<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Posted:</b><br>
 7/27/2026<br>
</div><div><b>
Location:</b><br>
 TULLY ELEMENTARY<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Available:</b><br>
 08/03/2026<br>
</div><div><b>
Closing Date:
</b><br>
 08/03/2026</div><div><b><br>
Job Description:</b> (Attached)<br>
<b>Salary Schedule: </b>1A Grade 7(Attached)<br>
<b>Working Calendar:</b> 187 Days/ 6.5 Hours</div><div><b>
As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules.</b><br>
<b>Salary Range:</b> $22.65/hr - $24.85/hr</div><div></div><div><b><br>
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</b><br>
Under the direction of the supervising teacher or Principal, the instructional assistant participates as an integral member of the instructional program, including tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil progress, preparation, and organization of materials and equipment.</div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
High school diploma or G.E.D.</li><li>
Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 semester college hours</li><li>
Demonstrated competent language skills</li><li>
Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups, including the ability to read and understand the meanings of words and ideas associated with them and to use them effectively</li><li>
Participated in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and the local district</li><li>
Program-specific certifications/training</li><li>
Effective communication skills</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
**If your highest education is High School or GED you must take and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and you have three chances to obtain a passing score. For assistance with studying for this assessment, click </b><b>KPA Study Guide</b><b> and / or sign up for the KPA Prep Class with JCPS Adult Education. </b><b>You can sign up here</b><b> and make sure to select &quot;I want KPA classes&quot; </b><b>more information about the class can be found here</b><b>. To schedule to take the KPA test with our Adult Ed department click </b><b>here</b><b>. Upon completion of scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email from Adult Ed with additional instructions about the location, address and parking.</b><br>
<br>
<b>**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: </b><b>click here</b><br>
<br>
<b>**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.</b><br>
<br>
<b>**Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.</b></div></div></ul></div><p></p>

Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) - Tully Elementary(2026-2027) - Start Time 7:30am

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 40464</div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><b>
Position Type:</b><br>
 Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified)/Elementary Instructional Assistant<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Posted:</b><br>
 7/28/2026<br>
</div><div><b>
Location:</b><br>
 HAZELWOOD ELEMENTARY<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Available:</b><br>
 08/01/2026<br>
</div><div><b>
Closing Date:
</b><br>
 08/04/2026</div><div><b><br>
Job Description:</b> (Attached)<br>
<b>Salary Schedule:</b> 1A Grade 7 (Attached)<br>
<b>Working Calendar: </b>187 Days/ 6.5 Hours</div><div><b>
As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules.</b><br>
<b>Salary Range</b>: $22.65/hr-$24.85/hr</div><div></div><div><b><br>
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</b><br>
Under the direction of the supervising teacher or Principal, the instructional assistant participates as an integral member of the instructional program including tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil progress, preparation, and organization of materials and equipment.</div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><ul><li>
High school diploma or G.E.D.</li><li>
Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 semester college hours</li><li>
Demonstrated competent language skills</li><li>
Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups, including ability to read and understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them and to use them effectively</li><li>
Participated in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and local district</li><li>
Program specific certifications/training</li><li>
Effective communication skills</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
**If your highest education is High School or GED you must take and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and you have three chances to obtain a passing score. For assistance with studying for this assessment, click </b><b>KPA Study Guide</b><b> and / or sign up for the KPA Prep Class with JCPS Adult Education. </b><b>You can sign up here</b><b> and make sure to select &quot;I want KPA classes&quot; </b><b>more information about the class can be found here</b><b>. To schedule to take the KPA test with our Adult Ed department click </b><b>here</b><b>. Upon completion of scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email from Adult Ed with additional instructions about the location, address and parking.</b><br>
<br>
<b>**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: </b><b>click here</b><br>
<br>
<b>**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.</b><br>
<br>
<b>**Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.</b></div></div></ul></div><p></p>

1st Grade Instructional Assistant - Hazelwood Elementary (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40AM

GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Teacher Assistant @ Sherwood Elementary

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