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Itinerant - Different Schools

Substitute Classified Instructional Assistant

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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

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Substitute Classified Instructional Assistant Hopkins County School District Itinerant•Different Schools•Madisonville, Kentucky This job is also posted in Hopkins County School District Job Details
Job ID:
5866973
Application Deadline:
Apr 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Aug 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description Substitite Classified Instructional Assistant Classified Position•8318 SCOPE
OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs duties normally assigned to CIA in his or her absence Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team Transport students to and from activities. and assist in preparation for treatment as required Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and 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; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP 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 or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student in getting on and off the bus 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 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 implications 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 a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law One year experience in working with children in an organized setting Must pass the paraeducator test in accordance with State regulations
Position Type:
Substitute