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Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative

Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher-Jefferson Co. EHS

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16.80–$25.38/hr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Shelbyville, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/24/2026

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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

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Job Description

Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher SUMMARY:

This position supports the daily operation of classrooms serving infants and toddlers by working closely with the lead educator to ensure a nurturing and well-organized environment. Responsibilities include assisting with the supervision and care of young children in both indoor and outdoor settings, helping implement age-appropriate activities, and preparing materials that encourage exploration and development. The role also involves maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the learning space, as well as collaborating with families to help address each child's individual needs and routines.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. In addition, candidates should meet one of the following criteria: hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential specific to infant/toddler care; be actively pursuing a degree in child development or early childhood education; or be enrolled in a CDA program with completion expected within two years of employment.

COMPENSATION

Jefferson Co. $16.80 - $25.38. Compensation is based on verified education and experience.

BENEFITS

State Health Insurance, State Pension:

CERS, 100

% Tuition covered for IECE or ECE degrees, $500 signing/$500 Retention bonus, 8 weeks of paid parental leave in addition to paid sick and annual leave. About Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative The Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative (OVEC) is a consortium of 14 school districts serving over 150,000 students in north central Kentucky. The mission of the Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative is to provide professional learning, advocacy, and services that support, lead and inspire. Established in 1976, the cooperative provides a vehicle for conducting regional planning, development, and implementation of educational programs on a continuing basis. OVEC offers programs that serve member school districts, their student populations and families.