The Kentucky Department of Education, Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of State Schools, has an opening for an Exceptional Child Teacher (MSD) - High School at the Kentucky School for the Deaf in Danville.
This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, student-centered environment focused on empowering the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. The successful candidate will play an essential role in advancing KSD's mission and values while benefiting from the support, training, and benefits of Kentucky state government employment.
ASL Job Posting: Exceptional Child Teacher (MSD)- High School
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Design and provide quality, rigorous instruction aligned to the Kentucky Academic Standards and appropriate to address students' individualized education programs (IEPs).
Implement a variety of instructional strategies and resources to meet the needs of students who are deaf and hard of hearing with moderate and severe disabilities.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
Confer with parents, administrators, colleagues, and other professionals in the development and implementation of students' IEPs.
Monitor student progress on a regular basis and provide progress reports to parents as required.
Plan for and provide purposeful guidance to instructional assistants in meeting the academic, social, and physical needs of assigned students.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and policies and procedures to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
Attend and participate in professional meetings, conferences, and other training opportunities to maintain and improve professional competence. Serve on committees as assigned.
Sponsor and attend extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, academic contests, and athletic events.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits and Perks
Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional insurance (dental/vision)
Life insurance
Member of Kentucky Teachers Retirement System and deferred compensation options
Paid leave (emergency, sick, personal)
Paid holidays (4- each academic year)
Free financial planning program
Professional development and training opportunities
Employee resource and recognition programs
Employee wellness programs
Minimum Requirements:
Knowledge of:
Proficiency in ASL preferred. Expected to attain SLPI rating of Intermediate within four years of employment as part of tenure consideration.
Position Details
KSB/KSD Salary Schedule: Certified Salary Schedule
Number of Contract Days: 187
Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
Applicants under contract with a local school district must submit a written release from their superintendent before an offer of employment can be extended.
In accordance with KRS 161.220, the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
Application Process
To apply, email resumes and letters of interest to amy.hislope@education.ky.gov
For questions regarding this position, contact:
Amy Hislope, HR Administrator
Division of Resource Management
303 South Second Street, Danville, KY 40422
Email: amy.hislope@education.ky.gov
Additional Information
The Kentucky Department of Education participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. For more information about E-Verify, visit https://www.dhs.gov/e-verify or contact DHS at 1-888-897-7781.
The Kentucky Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D.