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The University of Kentucky
Student: Teaching Assistant
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$33,888 / year median in Kentucky
+7% projected growth
Job Description
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Teaching Assistant Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for thisJob Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Student:
Teaching Assistant Requisition Number SE04468 Department Name 3J5SE:
Student Employment Work Location Lexington, KY On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus Salary Range $10 Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Preferred Education/Experience Previous tutoring, teaching, or childcare experience Experience working with elementary or middle school students Strong math and/or reading skills Education, STEM , English, psychology, or related major Hours per Week 13 Job Summary You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK. Kumon of Lexington South is hiring part-time Center Assistants to help students with math and reading assignments, grade worksheets, and support daily center operations. We are looking for dependable, patient, and organized applicants who enjoy working with children. Previous tutoring or teaching experience is preferred but not required. Training is provided.Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities Strong communication skills Comfortable working with children Basic math and reading proficiency Deadline to Apply 10/08/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Anticipated Start Date 09/16/2026 Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (- ).
- This position requires additional steps after submitting your application. You will receive an email with instructions to apply directly with a third-party non-UK employer. Do you understand that you must follow the instructions in that email to complete your application? Yes No
- This position is located off campus and is not associated with the University of Kentucky. Are you eligible to work an off campus job? Yes No
- You must be a UK student to hold this position.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance