--- title: Teachers Assistant description: Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes is hiring for the Teachers Assistant role in Owensboro, KY. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/teacher-s-assistant-at-kentucky-united-methodist-childrens-homes-01a0d42d-815b-73b4-b8ee-ec1459c0a169 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes as Teachers Assistant in Owensboro, KY. Pays $16.5–$18 per hour. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/slc4ba.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes | | **Location** | Owensboro, KY | | **Salary** | $18/hr - $20/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 24, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes sponsors H-1B visas. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay about $30,000 a year. ## Description **Reports to:** Lead Teacher **Position Summary** The Teacher’s Assistant works in accordance with KYUMH agency policies and procedures to provide assistant administrative and educational services in the program classrooms. The Teacher’s Assistant will support the Lead and Secondary Teachers in either classroom as assigned, assisting clients with admission and discharge assessments, 1:1 assistance in classroom with clients as needed, and additional classroom and administrative tasks as assigned. The Teachers Assistant models effective communication practices that uphold KYUMH’s Trauma-Informed Care culture and promote a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for youth and staff. This is a Spanish/English- bilingual position. **Essential Functions** **and Competencies** **Mission, Culture, and Professional Responsibilities** - Demonstrate a commitment to the KYUMH mission, values, and philosophy through professional conduct, humility, self-awareness, respect for others, and effective communication. - Work collaboratively with teachers, Care Team members, and interdisciplinary staff to support positive outcomes for youth. - Adhere to all KYUMH policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and professional standards. - Maintain required trainings, certifications, and participation in meetings and professional development activities. - Demonstrate effective time management, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize responsibilities. - Maintain satisfactory attendance and report to work as scheduled. **Educational Support Services** - Assist Lead and Secondary Teachers in delivering quality educational services and instructional support to all youth. - Provide classroom assistance during instructional activities, individual learning support, and educational programming. - Observe and monitor students’ academic progress, learning needs, and potential barriers to learning, communicating concerns to the Lead and Secondary Teachers. - Administer educational admission and discharge assessment, utilizing interpretation services when necessary. - Provide direct, child-facing educational services on-site during school hours. **Student Support and Cultural Responsiveness** - Demonstrate understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity and respond appropriately to the cultural, linguistic, and developmental needs of youth. - Build supportive and professional relationships with students while promoting a safe and positive learning environment. - Support educational activities that encourage student engagement, participation, and academic success. - Demonstrate knowledge of the unique needs and experiences of Youth. **Documentation and Records Management** - Maintain complete, accurate, and organized educational records; assist with the timely transfer of educational files and documentation in accordance with program requirements and deadlines. - Complete, maintain, and submit required educational and incident-related documentation in accordance with program, and licensing. **Program Operations and Compliance** - Assist with inventory management, organization, and maintenance of educational supplies and classroom materials. - Demonstrate knowledge of KYUMH, policies, procedures, and regulations governing the care and supervision of youth. - Promote safe practices, teamwork, accountability, and effective communication within the educational environment. - Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, licensing, accreditation, and agency requirements. --- **Competencies** - Accountability for Others - Accurate Listening - Attention to Detail - Attitude Toward Honesty - Compliance with policies and procedures - Consistency and Reliability - Emotional Control - Flexibility and Adaptability - Following Directions - Frequent Interaction with Others - Professional Communication - Punctuality and Attendance - Respect for Policies and Procedures **Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:**  This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, hours consistent with school operational hours or 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for non-school days. **Required Education and Experience:**  - High School diploma with minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth. - Fluent in Spanish and English Languages **Preferred Education and Experience:** - Experience working with diverse populations, including refugee and/or unaccompanied children and adolescents - One-year related experience in an educational environment - Office experience and proficient computer skills **Additional Requirements** - Maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. - Submit to federal and state background and fingerprint checks. - Submit to pre‑employment and random drug screenings. - Maintain required trainings including CPR/First Aid and SCM trained. - Maintain ORR‑required vaccinations. ## Skills - Student Engagement - Active Listening - Reflexion - Supervision - Learning Support - Teamwork - Cultural Diversity - Licensing - Punctuality - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Cpr) - Time Management - Immunization Administration - Attention to Detail - Maintenance - Inventory Management - Organizational Skills - Driving - Self-Awareness - Spanish - First Aid - Communication - Flexibility - Professional Communication - Adaptability - Classroom Management - Patient Discharge - Regulatory Compliance ## Benefits - Professional Development ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Teaching Support & Enrichment jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/teaching-support-and-enrichment?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Teaching Assistant jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/teaching-support-and-enrichment/teaching-assistant?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Kentucky](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/kentucky?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27492 jobs - [Owensboro, KY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/kentucky/owensboro?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 657 jobs ## Related pages - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Kentucky](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/kentucky?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 27492 jobs - [Owensboro, KY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/kentucky/owensboro?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 657 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)