Bilingual Associate Instructor I, II, III - The Academy @ Shawnee (2026-2027) Job ID: 40173 Sta[...]

Job Description

Attached

Salary Schedule

1A Grade 6/7/8 (Attached)

Working Calendar

187 Days/ 7 hours per day

Salary Range

$17.00/hr. - $26.96/hr.

There are currently over eight thousand students in Jefferson County Public Schools who speak English as a second language. They come from dozens of different cultural backgrounds and nearly every continent, culture and country of origin can profoundly influence a child's identity, life experiences, and learning, which is why it is so important for educators to become familiar with these various global cultures. The English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides Interpretation and Translation services for the entire school district to help our schools/programs communicate effectively with limited English‑speaking families.

Scope of Responsibilities

This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination, creation, and implementation of supports for Multilingual Learners (MLs) and their families. This position requires supporting in the coordination of resources and partnerships in conjunction with diverse community stakeholders and providing direct service to MLs and their families.

Minimum Qualifications: Instructor I Bilingual Associate

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Passing Score on the Kentucky Para‑educator Assessment or 48 college hours
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi‑cultural and multi‑ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy and methodology of the U.S. educational system.
• Effective communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Instructor II Bilingual Associate

• Associate Degree or approved equivalent training (64 college semester hours) and experience.
• One year of successful experience in related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi‑cultural and multi‑ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system.
• Effective communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Instructor III Bilingual Associate

• Bachelor's degree.
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in two (2) languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience in working with children and parents with special needs, multi‑cultural and multi‑ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or receptive to philosophy, policy and methodology of the U.S. educational system.
• Effective communication skills.
• 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 for this assessment, click KPA Study Guide and / or sign up for the KPA Prep Class with JCPS Adult Education. You can sign up here and make sure to select "I want KPA classes" more information about the class can be found here. To schedule to take the KPA test with our Adult Ed department click here. Upon completion of scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email from Adult Ed with additional instructions about the location, address and parking.

Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualification for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely. Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination.