Preschool Instructional Assistant

WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant II

(Preschool)

JOB CLASS CODE: 7318

CLASSIFIED/CERTIFIED: Classified

REPORTS TO: Principal/Principal designee

SALARY SCHEDULE: 120

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate, or demonstrated progress toward

obtaining a G.E.D., as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in working with children in an

organized setting

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Has current certification in CPR

Has knowledge of basic record keeping techniques

Has experience working with children in a diverse workplace

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Instructional Assistant II, under the direction of the supervising teacher or Principal, assists in providing a

safe and quality environment for Preschool students by tutoring students, assisting in documentation of pupil

progress, preparation and organization of materials and equipment an/or instructing; also rides bus and assists

bus driver in supervising, loading and unloading students; as such, this position includes the MANDATORY duty

of serving as a substitute preschool bus monitor when needed at the applicable rate of pay.

Therefore, successful applicants must be available to serve in that capacity Monday through Thursday

(6:30 - 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.) as needed.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES & EVALUATION CRITERIA

Implements instructional techniques and preschool learning activities as directed by the teacher

Prepares and organizes materials and equipment for preschool instruction and instructs pupils individually or in

small groups under the direction of the teacher

Operates and cares for equipment used in the preschool classroom for instructional purposes

Assists with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips

Reinforces positive behavior through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Assists teacher in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and

related school activities

Understands and applies safe practices in classroom and playground activities

Performs health services, if needed, for which training will be provided

Communicates and maintains effective relationships with students, parents, and staff, both orally and in writing

Acts in accordance with the bylaws and policies set forth by the Warren County Board of Education, KRS, KAR,

and applicable federal laws and regulations

WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Completes all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned and by the designated deadline

Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to students

Performs other duties as assigned by the teacher, Principal, and/or Superintendent or his/her designee

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is performed while sitting, standing or walking and requires the use of hands for simple grasping and

fine manipulations. The work at times requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, with the ability

to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Number of days worked will be determined by the current school calendar adopted by the Warren County Board

of Education. Salary shall be commensurate with adopted classified personnel salary schedule. Leave accrual will

be as stated in Board Policy

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of Warren County Board of Education

policy on evaluation of classified/certified personnel. Evaluations will be conducted by the Principal with input

from the supervising teacher.

12/16/2021 WCBE

07/01/2022 Revised

01/19/2023 Revised