Special Education Teacher- LBD

Covington Independent Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Independent Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Holmes Middle School. The role requires a bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification, alongside skills in effective communication and teaching students with diverse needs. Responsibilities include planning and instructing lessons, creating an effective learning environment, and assessing student progress. The position involves a contract of 185 days, with salary based on rank and experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the designated locations and times.
• Plan a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques.
• Assess students’ accomplishments regularly.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to work effectively with students

Education

Bachelor’s degree and required Kentucky certification

Job description

COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT – POSITION VACANCY – FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027

Special Education Teacher – LBD – Holmes Middle School

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Special Education | Date Posted: 05/04/2026 | Location: Holmes Middle School

Qualifications

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

Performance Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the designated locations and times.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students as much as possible.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate superior.
• Guide the learning process through the establishment of curriculum goals and develop clear objectives to meet those goals.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives through instruction and action.
• Assess students’ accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports, including reports to parents as required; implement reading and math management systems, and/or individual education plans and course curriculum outlines where appropriate.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and their confidentiality as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assist 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.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aides and volunteers, and cooperatively evaluate their performance with department heads or instructional and guidance facilitators.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Assess learning needs of students regularly, seeking assistance from district specialists as required.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Maintain professional awareness of current literature related to the assignment, including working knowledge of state and federal law, board policy, and administrative regulations.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the 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

Salary based on rank and experience. Contract: 185