ECE (MSD) Instructional Assistant - Eastern High School (2026-2027) Job ID: 39935 Start Time 8:40AM

ECE (MSD) Instructional Assistant - Eastern High School (2026-2027) Job ID: 39935 Start Time: 8:40 AM Key Details Position Type: Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified) / ECE Instructional Assistant Date Posted: 6/23/2026 Location: EASTERN HIGH Date Available: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: 06/30/2026 Job Description Attached Salary Schedule Grade 4 (Attached) Working Calendar 187 Days / 7 Hours Salary Range USD 18.27/hr. - USD 20.07/hr. Stipends Critical Need Stipend: USD 3.50 per hour & ECE Instructional Assistant Stipend: USD 1.00 per hour As per Board-approved 2025-2026 salary placement rules/schedules. Exceptional Child Education Programs Programs are designed to meet the needs of students whose learning approaches differ from their peers. The school district commits to high‑quality education for students with disabilities. A variety of programs, techniques, methods, and materials support individualized instruction. ECE programs serve students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities, Mild Mental Disabilities, Other Health Impairments, Emotional Behavioral Disabilities, Autism, Visual Impairment, Hearing Impairment, Learning Disabilities, Social Communication or combinations. Assignments may change during a school year or between years as student and classroom needs evolve.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Recognizes that all responsibilities are supportive. Assists in implementing each student’s Individual Education Plan. Helps establish and maintain a pleasant, safe, and structured learning environment. Displays willingness and aptitude to work with students with disabilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or G.E.D. Passing score on the Kentucky Paraeducator Exam (KPA) or 48 college semester hours. Willingness and aptitude to work with students with disabilities. Physical ability and willingness to assist with students’ physical needs such as positioning, toileting, and lifting. Willingness to attend district ECE in‑service professional development. If your highest education is High School or GED you must take and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and you have three chances to obtain a passing score. For assistance with studying, use the KPA Study Guide and/or sign up for the KPA Prep Class with JCPS Adult Education. Sign up here and select "I want KPA classes" for more information. To schedule the KPA test, see the Adult Ed department resources. Upon completion, you will receive a confirmation email with location, address, and parking instructions. Applicants with transcripts earned outside the U.S. must have credentials evaluated prior to consideration. Contact an approved agency from the following list. Information entered in the Experience section will be used to verify qualification; enter accurately and completely. Falsification of an application is grounds for exclusion or termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jefferson-County-Public-Schools,-K