About this opportunity
Jefferson County Public Schools lists this Substitute Para Educator School Year opportunity in florence, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Substitute - Classified/Classified
Date Posted:
4/14/2026
Location:
District Wide
Date Available:
08/14/2026
Closing Date:
Ongoing
Notes: SUBSTITUTES ARE HIRED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS ONLY
This posting is for the school year only. If you previously applied for a substitute position in the school year, it will be necessary to reapply using this posting. CURRENT SUBSTITUTES OF THE DISTRICT ARE NOT REQUIRED TO REAPPLY.
In order to be considered for this position, the following steps are required:
Must have High School Diploma or GED
Interview with a member of the Human Resources team
Candidates selected through the interview process will then participate in a new hire orientation
No applicant may start as a substitute until the hiring and orientation process is complete
Job Description:
TITLE: Substitute Para educator - Instructional
QUALIFICATIONS: Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
(Applies to Title I schools only) Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or
(Applies to Title I schools only) Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or
(Applies to Title I schools only) Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness)
Has demonstrated the ability or potential to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, and staff
Has experience working with children in an organized setting
Has the ability to read and follow written directions
Has and maintains certification in American Red Cross/American Heart Association CPR and First Aid
REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB GOAL: To assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve the skill levels of the class as a whole.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Be familiar with and follow written policies, procedures, and direction from supervisor related to job responsibilities
Successfully completes annually an in-service training program of at least twelve (12) hours
When necessary, assist the student(s) to whom assigned in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, etc
Hear the student(s) in recitation, reading and other curriculum tasks, guiding and helping them but not teaching them
Assist the teacher in devising and producing special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an empathetic understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities Assist students in the library or media center, when necessary
Alert the teacher of any problem or special information about an individual student
Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher
Participate in in-service training programs, as assigned
Operate and care for instructional equipment
Assist with enrichment and remedial work assigned by the teacher
Assist during emergency drills, assemblies, field trips, and recess
Assist with learning displays, drill work, and student attendance
Provide a supportive disciplinary role
Assist with lunch, snack, and cleaning routine, as necessary
Perform routine clerical duties; such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials, operation of copy machines, maintain classroom records, and maintain attendance records
Assist in promoting educational programs related to assignment
Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully certified teachers
Perform other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by the supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
As Needed
Daily assignments are arranged through the Secretary, Teacher, Frontline, or Principal
Board approved 8-8-02, Revised 1/9/2014, Revised 6/9/2016, Revised 6/13/2019
Worksite address
florence, KY, 41022, US
Who can apply
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