Instructional Assistant; Jr​/Sr Special Education

Instructional Assistant (Jr/Sr High Special Education)

Williamstown KY Williamstown Junior High School - Williamstown, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job : 5445851

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 19, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Instructional Assistant for Williamstown Independent Elementary.

This position will be for the remainder of the 25-26 school year for 7.5 hours each day.

• Assists a certified teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.
• Tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher and maintains records of student progress.
• Participates as a member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
• Prepares and organizes lessons as directed by the teacher, administers and scores a variety of assessments according to established guidelines; assists in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assists in administering diagnostic and other tests; scores and records assessment data.
• Monitors and reports behavior of individual students according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior; checks and assists students with lab work as necessary.
• Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operates copy machines; maintains classroom records; maintains attendance records.
• Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits; operating audio-visual equipment, educational training equipment and distributing and collecting papers and supplies.
• Assists in overseeing students while in labs; provides for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assists students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
• Confers, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Assures the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Directs group activities of students as assigned; assists in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assists in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participates in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Communicates and maintains effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the Public.
• Performs routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
• Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to the appropriate code of ethics.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the teacher, Principal or Superintendent.

• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, includes arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Perform as a support person such that student achievement is maximized.

Position Type: Full-Time

• Adam Coleman , Principal
• Williamstown Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: adam.colemanchools.us