The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of State Schools, Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB) in Louisville (Jefferson County) has an opening for a KSB/KSD Instructional Assistant.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist students with disabilities in a classroom setting, during transition between buildings and classes and on school trips. Works individuals or in small groups with students.
Assists classroom teachers with instructional needs. Collaborate with teachers and accept direction/guidance from teachers. Follow expectations established by classroom teacher.
Assist with preparation of instructional materials.
Works with behavior challenged students with appropriate behavior techniques.
Attends training offered by the school relating to education. May cover classes when necessary.
Assist students to various activities and places in the buildings on campus.
Provides office support and coverage as needed to include answering phones, greeting visitors, filing, and making copies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education: High School graduate
Experience, Training, or Skills: Two (2) years of experience working within a school or classroom environment.
Substitute Education for Experience:Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute Experience for Education:None
Special Requirements:An employee in this job title at the Kentucky School for the Deaf must furnish to the agency's appointing authority within twelve (12) months of appointment or entrance into this class, documentation that he or she possesses the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) rating of "Survival" level.
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Pay Grade: 08Gross Monthly Salary Schedule Range: $2,032.88 - $2,196.52Position: 31161139Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel CabinetInquiries about this position should be directed to: Kathryn McCrystal, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601; Fax: 502-564-6771. Email:
Kathryn.mccrystal@education.ky.govThe closing date to apply for this position: March 12, 2026.
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