High School Science Teacher

At the High School level, implement the Kentucky Core Academic Standards in Science, and the Expanded Core Curriculum to students who are blind and visually impaired at the Kentucky School for the Blind.

Prepare units, lesson plans and curriculum documents for delivery of instruction.

Develop and implement individual education programs for assigned students.

Prepare achievement reports of student progress at required intervals throughout school years.

Be assessment literate by developing high quality summative assessments aligned with state standards, implement high quality formative assessments in the classroom.

Adhere to characteristics of highly effective teaching and learning.

Be evaluated on the current state adopted teacher evaluation tool.

Earn 24 hours of professional development annually.

Communicate with parents regarding student achievement and behavior.

Understand and follow all school, state and federal policies regarding the education of students and disabilities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicants must hold a valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate with the Education and Professional Standards Board.

Applicants must possess certification to teach High School Science; Certification to teach students who are blind/visually impaired is preferred. If a person does not possess VI certification; must obtain VI certification within 4 years of start date.

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System.

Salary Schedule: Follows JCPS 24-25 Salary Schedule. Dependent upon qualifications, training and experience.          

Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.

Inquiries concerning this position should be directed to:  Joy Mills, Division of Resource Management, Kentucky School for the Blind, 1867 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY  40206 or at 502-897-1583 Ext. 9201 E-mail: joy.mills@ksb.kyschools.us

This position will remain open until September 1, 2025.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 999-897-7781 or E-Verify website