What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Instructional Health Assistant (2026-2027) - Bullitt Alternative Center position at Bullitt Alternative Center?
Join us for the 2026-2027 school year!
WAIVER Announcement: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Bullitt County Public Schools is requesting a waiver to fill this position before the standard 15-day posting period to ensure we are fully staffed for the upcoming school year.
This position is for the Bullitt Alternative Center.
Candidate will provide assistance for students with special needs particularly students with learning behavior disabilities. Candidate will need to be able to attend training for the position. Candidate must meet all qualifications necessary to be hired for the position as instructional assistant.
-Proficient in leading small group reading interventions.
-Organized in order to ensure proper monitoring and reporting of student progress.
-Positive attitude.
-Demonstrates strong work ethic including attendance and punctuality.
-Cooperative.
-Patient.
-Flexible.
-Team player.
-Demonstrates the ability to follow directions of principal and instructional coach.
-Willingness to support PBIS expectations.
Position Details
Hours: 6.5 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Contract Length: 183 days per year
- 170 student instructional days
- 4 holidays
- 7 planning days
- 2 extended days
Contract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start date
Employment Status: Full-time (eligible for benefits)
Employment Type: 10-month employee on the classified salary schedule.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Must meet one of the following:
- 48 college semester hours
- An Associate’s Degree OR
- High school diploma plus a passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment Exam.
- Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.
Compensation & Experience Credit
2026-2027 pay scale
Step 0: $16.46 per hour
Step 10: $20.26 per hour
We value experience!
Previous experience working with students is strongly desired.
- Experience Credit: New employees may transfer up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.
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- Note: It is the employee's responsibility to submit the BCPS Verification of Experience form to previous employers.
Payroll Note: While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year-long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.
Salary Formula: Hours per day × Hourly rate = Daily rate <|> Daily rate × Contracted days = Annual salary. <|> Annual salary ÷ Remaining pay periods = Gross biweekly pay
Benefits of Joining BCPS
We are committed to Moving Forward with our staff! Benefits include:
- Retirement: Membership in the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA).
- Life Insurance (Total $50,000): FREE TO YOU! $20,000 paid by the State of Kentucky and $30,000 paid by BCPS.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive Health Insurance (employee premium based on plan selected) or Waiver HRA options.
- Time Off: Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Emergency Leave (prorated). Unused Personal Leave rolls over to Sick Leave. Unused Sick Leave rolls over.
- Optional Benefits: Dental, Vision, Sick Leave Bank Membership, Bloodborne Pathogen/Hepatitis B (3-dose immunization series), and Additional voluntary coverage through American Fidelity.
Why Join BCPS?
At Bullitt County Public Schools, we believe in growing forward—together. Come help create supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel encouraged and empowered. Your role matters, your voice matters, and your work creates a lasting impact.
Join us. Inspire students. Shape futures. Help us keep Moving Forward.
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