ECE Implementation Coach – Rutherford Elementary School (2026-2027) - Start Time 9:40

Jefferson County Public Schools; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, KY seeks a Special Education consultant to coordinate with the ECE team, support student achievement, and ensure compliance with district procedures.

Responsibilities include administering, scoring, and interpreting assessments, and providing technical support for KARs and IDEA implementations. The role requires a valid KY teaching certificate in Special Education, a Master’s degree, and at least 3 years of SPED experience.

Qualifications

• Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Special Education
• Master's degree or higher
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience in special education or equivalent
• Ability to work successfully with people
• Knowledge of federal/state laws for exceptional children
• Team-oriented and cooperative
• Demonstrated decision-making abilities

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist the ECE team to support student achievement
• Administer, score, and interpret assessments
• Maintain compliance with district ECE procedures
• Provide technical assistance for KARs and IDEA implementations

Skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Assessment interpretation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Special Education certificate

Job description

Job Description:

(Attached)

Salary Schedule:

III (Attached)

Working Calendar:

195 days/7 hours

As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules.

Salary Pay Range:

$ 58,553.70 - $104,199.62

Certified Critical Need Incentive:

Candidates selected for critical need-based positions are eligible to receive salary credit of up to 25 years of approved previous experience

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate and assist the school-based Exceptional Child Education (ECE) team to support student achievement; administer, score, and interpret assessments; and maintain compliance with district Exceptional Child Education procedures. Provide technical assistance and support for the implementation of the Kentucky Administration Regulations (KARs) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Kentucky Teaching Certificate in Special Education
• Masters Degree or higher
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience in special education or equivalent professional experience
• Ability to work successfully with people
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding programs for exceptional children
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team situation
• Demonstrated decision-making abilities

Please note:

This position requires a Consultant certification (CA-27) in the area/grade span for which the certificate is requested. A minimum of 3 years of experience in the area/grade span is required by EPSB for the CA-27. Although the certificate is not required prior to being considered for this position, the CA-27 application will be initiated once a candidate is recommended for the position.

Exceptions:

A candidate with a Teacher Leader or Supervisor of Instruction endorsement can serve in any consultant role without additional certification.

• Information you enter in the Experience section of the online application will be used to verify your qualification for this position. Information should be entered accurately and completely. Falsification of an employment application is grounds for exclusion from consideration and/or termination**