Special Education Teacher- Resource

Covington Independent Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Independent Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher – LBD for Holmes Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The position requires Kentucky certification, a bachelor's degree, and a track record of working effectively with diverse learners.

You will implement individualized education plans, collaborate with staff and families, maintain records, and foster a safe, supportive classroom environment while delivering instruction and progress reporting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and age-appropriate.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Guides learning through curriculum goals and clear objectives.
• Employs varied instructional techniques and media to meet student needs.
• Strives to implement the district's philosophy of education and goals.
• Assesses student progress and provides reports to parents as required.
• Protects students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains records and confidentiality as required by law and policy.
• Assists administration in implementing policies governing student conduct.
• Makes provision to be available to students and parents outside instructional hours.
• Plans and supervises assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteers.
• Maintains professional competence and keeps current with literature and regulations.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as required.

Skills

Effective with students

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree

Kentucky certification

Job description

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching / Special Education
• Date Posted: 5/4/2026
• Location: Holmes Middle School

Special Education Teacher – LBD

Holmes Middle School – School Year 2026-2027 – Posted 05/04/2026

Qualifications

• Hold bachelor's degree and required 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 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.