Physical Science Teacher

Allen County Schools; Scottsville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen County Schools is looking for a Chemistry Teacher for Scottsville High School. The role involves creating a safe learning environment, supervising students, and maintaining effective communication with parents.

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor's degree with the required Kentucky certification and demonstrate abilities in working effectively with students and the community.

Employment is up to 186 days, with advantages aligned with the district's salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher and required certification in Kentucky.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with students and their families.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with student attendance and discipline.
• Communicate with parents regarding student behavior.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with students

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher with required Kentucky certificate

Job description

Date Available: 08/12/2026

Chemistry Teacher - Allen County Scottsville High School

Immediate Supervisor: Principals/Deputy Superintendent

Appointment:

Head Teacher shall be appointed annually, upon the recommendation of the Principal and/or Deputy Superintendent to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Shall hold a bachelor's degree or higher and the required Kentucky certificate for the assigned position
• Shall demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, peers and adults
• Shall demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and faculty

Job Goal

To assist in the creation of a safe and orderly environment conducive to learning, build positive home-school relations; to assist in the areas of student attendance, discipline and learning. To lead and manage the Allen County Learning Center

General Duties and Performance Responsibilities

• Shall determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
• Shall present a positive image of the school to parents, and convey to them the school's genuine concern with the education, growth and development of each student
• Shall seek to establish friendly and cooperative partnerships between home and school
• Shall work to develop a positive public relationship between the school district and the community
• Shall carry out assignments in a timely manner without undue checking
• Shall react positively to directives
• Shall have a willingness to cooperate with the superintendent, district administrators, principals and staff
• Shall maintain the confidentiality, both verbally and in written form, of each student's educational record
• Shall strive to maintain and improve professional competence
• Shall take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Shall adhere to the School Board of Education Policies and Procedures

Specific Duties and Performance Responsibilities

• Shall assist in creating an atmosphere where learning is foremost
• Shall administer student discipline in a manner consistent with school and district policies
• Shall walk the hallways between classes and watch for any problem situations
• Shall supervise students during lunch periods
• Shall communicate with parents about disciplinary infractions involving their son/daughter
• Shall assist in empowering teachers to assume responsibility for classroom management and student discipline
• Shall assist in the day‑to‑day operation of the school
• Shall supervise student activities
• Shall assist in ways to maintain consistent and open communication with all students, parents, staff and community
• Shall assist the attendance office staff with processing student absence and tardy notes
• Shall prepare absence/tardy‑related student intervention notices
• Shall assist with monitoring student progress
• Shall assist with scheduling and administration of state tests
• Shall assist in summer school as needed
• Shall assist in accurate record keeping in all phases of school life requiring accurate records. Such records include but not limited to student achievement, attendance, and records of safety and maintenance
• Shall develop, motivate and lead all staff to achieve the highest professional standards
• Shall ensure that all policies are kept up to date, working closely with teaching staff
• Shall perform teaching duties as required
• Shall perform other duties as related to the position as assigned by the Supervisor

Days of Employment: Up to 186 days

Terms of Employment:

Basic contract is for the minimum school term as reflected in the school calendar for the current year with the salary determined by the District Board‑approved salary schedule. Additional duties may be assigned with increments for them determined by the District Board‑approved Extra Service Schedule.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.