HCCHS Instructional Assistant I

•ICE Teacher

Hopkins County School District

HOPKINS CO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

•Madisonville, Kentucky This job is also posted in Hopkins County School District

Job Details

Job ID:

5917202

Application Deadline:

Sep 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Instructional Assistant I

Classified Position

•7320

2026-2027 school year Salary

Category 5 per Salary Schedule

Days

TBD

Reports to:

Assigned Teacher

School Principal

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

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

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Assists a certified teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting

Work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress

Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams

Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer arid score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students

Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information

Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary

Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records

Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies

Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary

Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance

Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs

Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations

Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips

Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned

Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district

Maintains regular and predictable attendance

Adheres to the professional code of ethics

Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function

Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading

Safe practices in classroom and playground activities

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Basic record-keeping techniques

ABILITY TO

Learn child guidance principles and practices

Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities

Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities

Print and write legibly

Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately

Understand and follow oral and written directions

Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties

Communicate effectively both 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 studentrsquo;s behavior according to approved policies and procedures

Operate instructional and office equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining middot;a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law. Must pass the Para Educator test in accordance with state regulations or have 48 accredited college hours.

Experience in working with children in an organized setting

Must pass the Para-Educator test in accordance with State regulations

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required