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MSD Special Education Instructional Health Assistant (2026-2027) - Bernheim Middle
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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
MSD Special Education Instructional Health Assistant (2026-2027) - Bernheim Middle
Bullitt County Schools
Bernheim Middle School - Shepherdsville, Kentucky This job is also posted in Bullitt County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5911730
Application Deadline:
Sep 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Join us for the 2026-2027 school year!
WAIVER Announcement:
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Bullitt County Public Schools is requesting a waiver to fill this position before the standard 15-day posting period to ensure we are fully staffed for the upcoming school year. BMS is looking for a caring, compassionate, student centered individual to join our MSD team. This individual needs to be organized, flexible, a team player and willing to support the needs of all students at BMS. We are looking for someone with experience with children with special needs including moderate severe and emotional behavior disorders. This individual will be able to help students to engage in their learning experiences. We believe that creating a positive, loving environment for every student, every day, will create a legacy of excellence in our community and in their future.
Position Details Hours:
6.5 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Contract Length:
183 days per year 170 student instructional days
4 holidays
7 planning days
2 extended days
Contract Adjustments:
Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date
Employment Status:
Full-time with benefits
Employment Type:
10-month employee on the classified salary schedule.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
Must meet one of the following:
48 college semester hours
An Associate's Degree OR
High school diploma plus a passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment Exam.
Documentation:
Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.
Compensation & Experience Credit
2026-2027 pay scale
Step 0: $16.46
Step 10: $20.26
We value experience! Previous experience working with students, intervention systems, and small-group instruction is strongly desired.
Experience Credit:
New employees may transfer up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.
Note:
It is the employee's responsibility to submit the BCPS Verification of Experience form to previous employers.
Payroll Note:
While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year-long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.
Salary Formula:
Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary. Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay
Benefits of Joining BCPS
We are committed to Moving Forward with our staff!
Benefits include:
Retirement:
Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
Life Insurance (Total $50,000):
FREE TO YOU!
$20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
Health Coverage:
Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
Time Off:
Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
Optional Benefits:
Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.
Why Join BCPS?
At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward—together. Come help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.
Join us. Inspire students. Shape futures. Help us keep Moving Forward.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$16.46 to $26.44 Per Hour
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required