CLASSROOM TEACHER

New Haven School; New Haven (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson County Schools New Haven School in New Haven, Kentucky is seeking a qualified Classroom Teacher to implement instructional goals and foster a positive learning environment. The role requires state certification and involves planning, instruction, assessment, and collaboration with staff and families.

The teacher will deliver engaging lessons up to 186 contracted days plus potential extended days, report to the principal or director, and contribute to a supportive school culture focused on

Qualifications

• Valid Kentucky teaching certification.
• Experience in classroom instruction and lesson planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during the day and ensure safety.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to standards.
• Provide individualized or small group instruction to meet student needs.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
• Collaborate with administrators, staff, and community members to support student success.

Education

Kentucky teaching certification

Job description

CLASSROOM TEACHER

Nelson County Schools New Haven School – New Haven, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5199772

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 29, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE

CLASSROOM TEACHER

REPORTS TO

PRINCIPAL OR DIRECTOR

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

CERTIFIED RANK

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

UP TO 186 DAYS + POSSIBLE EXTENDED DAYS

EXEMPT STATUS

EXEMPT

JOB CLASS CODE

20XX

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

CERTIFIED

DATE APPROVED

4/15/2025

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Kentucky teaching certification.

POSITION SUMMARY

To implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

DISTRICT AND SCHOOL PRIORITY ALIGNMENT

Align actions with district and school values and core priorities.

Evaluated based on the efficacy of aligned actions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise students in out-of classroom activities during the assigned working day.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, colleagues, and community members.

Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs and learning styles of each student.

Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction and meet student needs.

Establish and maintain standards of student conduct needed to achieve an effective learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Evaluate student’s academic, behavioral, and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports on a regular basis.

Communicate with students and parents through conferences and other means to discuss progress and interpret the school program.

Identify students' needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.

Maintain professional competence through professional staff development activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.

Participate collaboratively with administrators in the evaluation process.

Selects Select and requisition instructional materials; maintain required inventory records.

Administer assessments in accordance with the district assessment programs.

Participate in curriculum development programs as required.

Participate in faculty meetings, team meetings, departmental meetings, committees and the sponsorship of student co-curricular activities as assigned.

Employ a variety of instructional techniques, strategies and media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

Accept responsibility for appropriate utilization of and the care of equipment, materials and facilities.

Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.

Assist in enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board of Education policies.

Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and strategies.

Promote positive public relations with parents and other members of the community-at-large.

Assign tasks for which students have a high probability of success and expect all students to make reasonable progress.

Provide guidance to pupils which will promote their welfare and educational development.

Implement authentic instruction, and continuous assessment.

Demonstrate effective positive interpersonal and communication skills, with students, parents and staff.

Demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.

Maintain appropriate professional appearance.

Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky Certified Personnel 16 KAR 1:020

Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee.

Create a culture of open communication, trust, and passion to excavate the gifts of students.

Establish processes, ecosystems, and strategies to help students unite people, place, and purpose.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Curriculum, instruction and assessments.

Record keeping techniques.

Operation of computer and technology ancillaries

Verbal and written communication skills

Laws, rules and statutory regulations related to assigned activities.

Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.

Pedagogy and technical aspects of the field of specialty.

Prioritize and schedule work.

Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

Work independently with little direction.

Meet schedules and timelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.

Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• TIFFANIE CLARK , PRINCIPAL
• New Haven School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]