Middle School Science Teacher

Kent Consortium; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Consortium is looking for a Middle School Teacher to join Turkey Foot Middle School. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree and the required Kentucky Teacher Certification. Responsibilities include instructing students, planning effective lesson plans, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment. The teacher will be evaluated on their performance by the Principal. This position is integral to fostering student development and learning. Applications are encouraged from individuals with strong communication skills and teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor's or higher degree and the required Kentucky Teacher Certification and/or endorsement for the assigned position.
• Has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and others.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the designated locations.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual needs of students.
• Creates a supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.

Skills

Effective communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Kentucky Teacher Certification

Job description

Job Title

Teacher – Middle School

Position Type: Certified – Teacher/Middle School Teacher

Location: Turkey Foot Middle School

Date Posted: 5/14/2026

Date Available: 08/13/2026

Internal Transfer Deadline: May 29, 2026

Qualifications

• Holds a bachelor's or higher degree and the required Kentucky Teacher Certification and/or endorsement for the assigned position
• Has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work effectively with students, colleagues, and others

Job Goal

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

Performance Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Assures that students spend maximum time on task
• Plans a program of study and instructional practices that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students
• Creates supportive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written lesson plans upon request of principal and/or supervisor
• Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior and achievement
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives for instruction
• Employs a variety of instructional practices, instructional resources and technologies to support the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
• Implements instruction consistent with the district's mission statement, vision statement, instructional goals and objectives
• Assesses the progress of students and communicates with parents on an on-going basis and provides progress reports as required
• Utilizes data to determine individual strengths and deficits, and implements instruction as appropriate based on individual student need (including IEP, 504, and intervention plans)
• 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/or rules governing student life and conduct for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and equitable manner
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms
• Maintains and improves professional competence through ongoing professional learning
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Terms of Employment

• Days of fiscal year: 187 Days
• Salary Schedule: Salary determined by Certified Salary Schedule
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Evaluation

Performance of the position will be evaluated by Principal

Reports to

Principal