The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of State Schools, has an opening for a Houseparent II at the Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB) in Louisville.
The Kentucky School of the Blind (KSB) has nearly 180 years of service whose mission is to provide comprehensive educational services to all Kentucky students who are blind and visually impaired, Kindergarten to age 21. KSB prides itself on helping all Kentucky students who are blind and visually impaired to develop their talents, their skills and attitudes to become confident, competent and independent adults.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Provide care, supervision, and instruction to a unit or units of blind and visually impaired residential students at the Kentucky School for the Blind.
Supervise students in dormitory programs to maintain accountability for student's whereabouts, safety, and welfare. Maintain cleanliness of rooms and clothing. Provide tutoring and homework assistance.
Escort students to and supervise in cafeteria, recreational activities, and school sponsored events. Monitor and guide students in appropriate table manners and eating habits. Prepare dinners as needed.
As needed, supervise during emergency plan situations, i.e., inclement weather, and weekends that campus is open.
Maintain records pertinent to dorm operations and discipline.
Aid students with personal hygiene and toileting, activities of daily living and student homework.
Provide explicit and direct instruction in life skills and activities of daily living.
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
State retirement system and deferred compensation options.
Paid leave (annual, sick, personal, military, jury, educational, etc.)
Paid holidays (12.5 days/year; 13.5 in a Presidential election year)
Free financial planning program
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible work schedules (if applicable)
Employee resource and recognition programs
Employee wellness programs
Minimum RequirementsEducation:
None.
Experience, Training, or Skills:
One year of experience working with individuals in an instructional or institutional setting.
Substitute Education for Experience:
College may substitute work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute Experience for Education:
None.
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.):
None
Pay Grade: 09
Gross Monthly Salary Range: $2,236.16 - $2,779.52Position Number: 31173764This is a third shift position.Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel CabinetInquiries about this position should be directed to: Kathryn McCrystal, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601; Fax: 502-564-6771. Email:
Kathryn.mccrystal@education.ky.gov The closing date to apply for this position: December 5, 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
1-888-897-7781 or
https://dhs.gov/e-verify.
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