Special Education Teacher- Collaborative

Covington Independent Public Schools; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is looking for a Special Education Teacher for the collaborative program at John G. Carlisle Elementary School. This role requires a bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification, with responsibilities that include planning and instructing students, creating a positive classroom environment, and effective communication with families and faculty. Salary is based on rank and experience, and the contract duration is 185 days. Interested applicants should contact the administration for application instructions.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification for the position.
• Proven ability to work effectively with students.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Instruct assigned classes according to schedule.
• Plan a program of study tailored to student needs.
• Create a conducive learning environment.
• Assess student accomplishments and provide reports.
• Maintain accurate records as required.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with students

Effective communication with students, parents, and faculty

Education

Bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Collaborative JobID: 1392

Position Details

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching / Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted: 4/2/2026
• Location: John G. Carlisle Elementary School

Overview

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION VACANCY FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - COLLABORATIVE JOHN G. CARLISLE

DATE POSTED: 04/02/2026

Qualifications

• Hold bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification for assigned position.
• Proven ability to work effectively with students.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty.

Performance Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations 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.
• Guides the learning process through the establishment of curriculum goals and develops clear objectives to meet the goals.
• 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, including reports to parents as required, and implementation of the reading and math management systems, and/or individual education plan and course curriculum outlines when or where appropriate.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records and their confidentiality as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student conduct for the classroom and school related activities as set forth by the Student Code of Conduct.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s), and cooperatively with department heads or instructional and guidance facilitators, evaluates their job performance.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Assesses the learning needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Maintains a professional awareness of current literature related to assignment, including working knowledge of state and federal law, Board policy and administrative regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned by administrator or Superintendent.

Job Goal

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

Salary and Contract

Salary based on rank and experience. Contract: 185 days.

Application Instructions

• In-district applicants complete the Internal application and apply to the posting.
• Out-of-district applicants complete the Certified application and apply to the posting.
• Please direct questions about the online application process to Dawn Vancini at [e-mail].
• For information regarding the position contact Misti Carr at [e-mail] or Tara Bell at [e-mail].
• This position will be filled as soon as possible following the application deadline. All applications will be evaluated and screened.