Daviess County High School Special Education Teacher (LBD) 2026-2027

Daviess County School District•Owensboro, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturation. This role involves instructing and supervising students, maintaining a conducive learning environment, and utilizing various instructional techniques to meet individual student needs. The teacher will also be responsible for record-keeping, upholding school policies, and collaborating with staff, parents, and guardians. Professional growth and effective communication are essential. The position may involve co-teaching and working with students at multiple grade levels. Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment
Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for area and grade level of assignment
Special Education Certification based on vacancy needs (LBD)
Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites
Subject matter in area of assignment
Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
Curriculum, instruction and assessment
Short and long-range planning techniques applicable to area of specialty
Record-keeping skills
Oral and written communication skills
Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
Special Education paperwork, procedures, and practices
Pedagogy in area of certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with students in area of certification

Responsibilities

Instructs and supervises students in and out of the classroom.
Reports to work promptly and maintains continuity of instruction throughout the school year.
Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
Prepares for classes assigned, and shows documented evidence of preparation upon request of administrator.
Encourages students to set and maintain high expectations of classroom behavior.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, to meet the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Strives to implement the district’s mission, instructional goals and objectives.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Successfully and safely trains and performs Safe Crisis Management when necessary.
Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms through appropriate parent teacher conferences.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serves on assigned committees and co-curricular activities.
Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
May work in a co-teaching classroom environment to provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities based on students’ needs.
Works with students at multiple grade levels based on individual student needs.
Works to establish and maintain open and professional lines of communications with students and their parents/guardians.
Responsible for professional growth in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Represents the school in the community effectively and in a positive manner.
Administer health services to students as necessary in absence of school health professional.
Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Demonstrate a positive attitude and act as a positive role model for kids.
Must demonstrate a desire to see all students learn and succeed.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.