Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) Teacher

Daniel Boone Elementary School; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Boone Elementary School in Richmond, Kentucky is seeking a Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) teacher to support students with identified needs. Must hold a Kentucky teaching certificate in Special Education or be eligible for certification.

You will plan and deliver instruction, assess progress, maintain records, and collaborate with staff to meet individual student goals. The role is full-time and requires adherence to district policies and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment (minimum requirement).
• Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for Special Education.
• Must be eligible for Kentucky LBD certification (LBD K-12).

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Creates a conducive classroom environment and maintains appropriate behavior.
• Prepares for classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Assessments of student progress and provide reports as required.
• Diagnoses learning disabilities and seeks district specialist assistance as needed.

Skills

Curriculum & instruction

Record-keeping

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Education

Bachelor’s degree in field

Job description

Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) Teacher

Job Description

Applicants MUST have a Kentucky teaching certificate or statement of eligibilityin Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) grades K-12. A college or university letter of acceptance for an alternative route to certification for Learning Behavior Disorders (LBD) gradesK-12 will also be accepted.

For new or soon to be college graduates- A letter of explanation is needed for new graduates who do not have one of the documents above.Please type a shortletterdescribing the following: what you will be certified in, your graduation date, university name and status with regard to obtaining teacher certification.

CLASS TITLE: Special Education TeacherREPORTS TO: School Principal or DesigneeEXEMPT STATUS: ExemptAPPROVED: January 14, 2016- Order #2016-1720BASIC FUNCTION:

To help special needs students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.

• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.

• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.

• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.

• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

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

• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.

• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.

  Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.

• Makes provision 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.

• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates their job performance.

• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.

• Maintains regular attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Curriculum, instruction and assessment

• Record-keeping techniques.

• Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Research methods and report writing techniques.

• Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.

• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Technical aspects of field of specialty

ABILITY TO:

• To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Maintain records and prepare reports.

• Operate a computer terminal.

• Prioritize and schedule work.

• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.

• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

• Work independently with little direction.

• Meet schedules and time lines.

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

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment (minimum requirement)

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for Special Education

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $45,900 to $81,031 Per Year

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Job Details

Job ID: 5974597
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Nov 16, 2026