Teacher - Central Academy

Henderson County Schools•Henderson, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Academy is seeking a Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This is a Title I funded position, working 185 days. Salary is commensurate with years of teaching experience and rank. Employment requires a physical, TB Risk Assessment, state/national criminal background check, CAN check, and drug screen. Interested candidates can find the salary schedule at https://www.henderson.kyschools.us/page/salaries and apply online at www.henderson.kyschools.us by clicking on Employment. Henderson County School is an equal opportunity educational employer.

Requirements

Kentucky certification in any subject area.
Physical
TB Risk Assessment
State/national criminal background check
CAN check
Drug screen

Nice To Haves

Take part in curriculum research, study groups, and other activities related to the profession.

Responsibilities

Utilize an appropriate variety of material and activities to facilitate lesson objectives.
Concentrate on accomplishing a high rate of time on task with students where students are engaged in instructional involvement.
Demonstrate a caring attitude in association with students.
Utilize effective questioning techniques in the instructional process.
Incorporate effective motivational strategies in working with students.
Actively and continuously monitor student learning and assume responsibility for current student progress.
Assume responsibility for the behavior of students in the classroom and work toward a positive and productive student/teacher relationship.
Comply with all board and school building policies and procedures.
Work within the philosophical framework of the school board, building, and departmental assignments.
Attend all regular and special faculty meetings unless prevented by personal illness or excused by the principal.
Take part in curriculum research, study groups, and other activities related to the profession, ensuring these activities do not affect classroom work.
Demonstrate a high standard of professional dress.
Demonstrate acceptable mastery of the written and spoken word.
Prepare lesson plans which are directly related to the objectives being taught, ensuring they are current and available for a substitute teacher.
Practice a friendly and cooperative attitude with students, colleagues, parents, and superiors.
Assume a reasonable share of extended school activities and demonstrate a willingness to participate in school/community affairs.
Demonstrate and develop understanding and concern for the academic and social welfare of students.
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom that is conducive to learning.
Direct student learning at a rate commensurate with the capability of the student.
Assist students to make up work they have missed because of legitimate absences from class.
Use only acceptable methods of discipline in compliance with board and school policies.
Strive to understand all sides of a problem before administering discipline.
Set an example before pupils and avoid any words or actions which will show prejudice against individuals or minority groups.
Welcome every opportunity to discuss with parents, guardians, with open-mindedness and courtesy, the problems and/or progress of students.
Respect the rights of and cooperate with parents/guardians regarding the welfare and development of students.
Maintain high standards of conduct and attitudes at all times to keep the profession respectful and dignified.
Take advantage of opportunities to upgrade professional skills through committees, workshops, and organizations.
Accept outside employment only when it does not interfere with professional duties and is not detrimental to status with pupils or professional colleagues.