Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) - Hartstern Elementary (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40

Instructional Assistant (5 Year Old) – Hartstern Elementary Position Type: Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified)/ Elementary Instructional Assistant Date Posted: 7/9/2026 Location: HARTSTERN ELEMENTARY Closing Date: 7/16/2026 Job Description Salary Schedule: 1A Grade 7 Working Calendar: 187 Days / 6.5 Hours Salary range: $22.65/hr - $24.85/hr As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the supervising teacher or principal, the instructional assistant participates as an integral member of the instructional program, including tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil progress, preparation, and organization of materials and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or G.E.D. Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 semester college hours Demonstrated competent language skills Successful experience working with children, individually or in groups, including the ability to read and understand the meanings of words and ideas associated with them and to use them effectively Participated in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and the local district Program-specific certifications/training Testing and Application Guidance Applicants whose highest education is High School or GED must take and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment Exam. The exam is free and candidates 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. Applicants should sign up and select “I want KPA classes” for more information. To schedule the KPA test with the Adult Education department, click the appropriate link. Upon completion of scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email from Adult Education with additional instructions about location, address, and parking. Applicants with transcripts obtained outside the U.S. will need to have their credentials evaluated prior to being referred for vacancies. Contact an approved agency from the list provided. Information entered 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jefferson County Public Schools