Bilingual Associate Instructor I, II, III - The Academy @ Shawnee (2026-2027) Job ID: 40173 Sta[...]

Bilingual Associate Instructor I, II, III – The Academy @ Shawnee ) Job ID: 40173

Position Type: Classroom Instructional (Non-Certified)/Bilingual Instructor I II III

Date Posted: 7/9/2026

Location: The Academy at SHAWNEE

Date Available: 08/03/2026

Closing Date: 07/16/2026

Job Description

Salary Schedule: 1A Grade 6/7/8 (Attached). Salary Range $17.00/hr.–$26.96/hr. Working Calendar 187 Days / 7 hours per day.

There are currently over eight thousand students in Jefferson County Public Schools who speak English as a second language. They come from dozens of different cultural backgrounds and nearly every continent, culture and country of origin can profoundly influence a child's identity, life experiences, and learning, which is why it is so important for educators to become familiar with these various global cultures. The English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides Interpretation and Translation services for the entire school district to help our schools/programs communicate effectively with limited English-speaking families.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination, creation, and implementation of supports for Multilingual Learners (MLs) and their families. The role requires supporting the coordination of resources and partnerships with diverse community stakeholders and providing direct service to MLs and their families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: INSTRUCTOR I BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Passing Score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 college hours
• Demonstrated proficiency in two languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds
• Knowledge of or receptiveness to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: INSTRUCTOR II BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE

• Associate Degree or approved equivalent training (64 college semester hours) and experience
• One year of successful experience in related field
• Demonstrated proficiency in two languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds
• Knowledge of or receptiveness to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: INSTRUCTOR III BILINGUAL ASSOCIATE

• Three years of successful teaching experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in two languages, English and the appropriate language.
• Experience with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of or receptiveness to philosophy, policy, and methodology of the U.S. educational system.