Teacher – Middle School ELA/ Second Certification Preferred- One Year Only

Boone County Schools; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone County Schools in Kentucky is seeking a Teacher – Middle School ELA with second certification preferred for a one-year assignment at Ockerman Middle School. Begin ASAP; date posted 8/24/2026; closing date until filled; salary commensurate with experience.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and Kentucky certification. The program emphasizes engaging instruction, collaboration with staff, and support for student growth and IEPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and Kentucky teaching certification are required.
• Ability to collaborate with students, peers, and adults.
• Strong communication with students, parents, staff, and community is essential.

Responsibilities

• Instruct assigned classes using district curriculum guides and Board-approved material.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students' maturity.
• Develop daily lesson plans and adapt the curriculum to meet individual needs of pupils.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate records and progress reports.
• Communicate with parents about student progress via report cards, notes, conferences, and other means.
• Assess learning needs regularly and involve District specialists as needed.
• Maintain standards of behavior per the Student Code of Conduct.
• Protect students, equipment, and materials; supervise activities as assigned.
• Maintain records confidentially and pursue professional development through district offerings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Kentucky certification

Job description

Teacher – Middle School ELA/ Second Certification Preferred- One Year Only JobID: 17838

Position Details

• Position Type: Certified - Teacher/ Middle School Teacher
• Date Posted: 8/24/2026
• Location: Ockerman Middle School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: Until filled
• Internal Transfer Deadline: Not Eligible

Additional Information

• 15 Day Posting Deadline 08/22/26
• Internal Transfers Deadline Not Eligible
• This posting is for the 26/27 school year

NOTES: Current employees MUST complete and submit the Internal Application Form via the district's electronic application system to be considered for a voluntary transfer.

Title

TEACHER – HIGH/MIDDLE SCHOOL

QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds a bachelor's or higher degree and the required Kentucky certificate for the assigned position
• Has demonstrated the ability to work effectively with students, peers, and adults
• Has demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate students to acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes that society feels will contribute to their development into mature, able and responsible men and women in accordance with each student's ability and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location at the times designated using the curriculum guides developed by the faculty and approved by the Board
• Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Develop daily lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small gro List Existing up instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Evaluate pupil's academic and social growth, keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports
• Communicate with parents through report cards, notes, conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program
• Assess the learning needs of students on a regular basis and seek the assistance of District specialists as required
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and appropriate behavior in other school related activities as set forth by the Student Code of Conduct
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records and safeguard their confidentiality as required by law, District policy and administrative procedures
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and other self-selected professional growth activities
• Work with faculty colleagues to develop and implement instructional programs that will meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of students to include IEP's of special students
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method, which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with District guidelines
• Select, requisition, and maintain required inventory records of books and instructional materials
• Supervise pupils in and out of classroom activities during the assigned working day
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by participating in planning and implementing in-service education activities, taking college courses, developing special projects, etc.
• Attend staff meetings and, as possible, serve on staff committees and participate in the sponsorship of pupil activities
• Maintain a professional awareness of current literature related to assignment, including working knowledge of state and federal law, Board policy and administrative regulations
• Maintain all grades in an approved record book and turn in completed record book at the end of the school year
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s)
• Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT

• Salary
• 9 ¼ months
• Board approved 3-23-92