Primary Education Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Columbia (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Columbia, Kentucky, is seeking a dedicated Primary Education Teacher to instruct students in Kindergarten to 2nd grade. Responsibilities include managing classroom activities, developing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and ensuring compliance with Kentucky Academic Standards. Candidates must hold a valid teaching certification and demonstrate effective communication and classroom management skills. This full-time role offers a chance to foster a positive learning environment and engage with students and their families.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Kentucky Teaching Certification/Statement of Eligibility.
• Knowledge of curriculum and best teaching strategies for improving student learning.
• Ability to develop a positive, professional relationship with students, teachers, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundational subjects to children in Kindergarten - 2nd grade.
• Create and execute lesson plans and assess student data.
• Collaborate with a team to achieve school goals.

Skills

Knowledge of curriculum and best teaching strategies

Classroom management

Ability to develop positive relationships

Effective communication

Education

Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification/Statement of Eligibility

Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred

Job description

Primary Education Teacher

Adair County Primary Center (Columbia, Kentucky) is seeking a qualified individual to teach foundational subjects to children in Kindergarten - 2nd grade. Duties include classroom management, learning Kentucky Academic Standards, supervising students, effectively creating lesson plans, assessing student data, creating and executing growth plans, problem solving, communicating with students and families, collaborating with a team to achieve school goals.

Job Details

Job ID: 5648463

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Supervisor: Principal

Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid Kentucky Teaching Certification/Statement of Eligibility in the area stated above.
• Must have knowledge of curriculum and best teaching strategies for improving student learning.
• Must be available to participate in PD training sessions in aligning curriculum both vertically/horizontally for Alternate K‑PREP.
• Have the ability to develop a positive, professional relationship with students, teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Must follow all board policies.
• Must successfully complete all required employment forms/applications.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Requirements:

• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information:

• Carolee Lloyd, Human Resource Director
• Central Office
• Columbia, Kentucky 42728
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]