LBD Special Education Teacher

Scott County High School (040) in Georgetown, Kentucky is seeking a Learning Disabled/Severe/Profound Disabilities Special Education Teacher for the  school year (starting July 1, 2025). The position is full‑time and requires a Kentucky teaching license in the appropriate area.

• Plans lessons and selects instructional materials based on curriculum and student needs.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques to meet diverse student needs.
• Implements instructional programs as established through district and state guidelines.
• Manages time effectively to maximize student instruction.
• Creates and maintains a consistent, conducive learning environment.
• Collaborates with other teachers and participates in school and district professional learning communities.
• Evaluates academic performance and progress of students regularly.
• Communicates student performance and progress to parents and guardians following school and district guidelines.
• Works with all school staff to meet and identify individual student needs.
• Participates in professional development and follows guidelines for student special needs.
• Works with the principal and others to obtain and practice professional growth opportunities.
• Supports student safety during drills and emergencies.
• Maintains updated inventory records of classroom materials and follows guidelines for supplies.
• Supervises students during school and school-sponsored events.
• Administers diagnostic, achievement, and other tests following district and state testing guidelines.
• Plays an active role in developing and implementing curriculum related to standards.
• Inputs, calculates, and maintains all necessary records according to state law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Serves on school committees related to instructional material selection and school improvement.
• Assumes responsibilities for co‑curricular activities as assigned.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with others.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics for certified personnel and all board policies.
• Participates in peer reviews and teacher leadership activities.
• Integrates technology and supplemental materials to support curriculum.
• Performs additional tasks assigned by the principal as needed.

• College diploma.
• Certification from the Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board in the area(s) to be taught.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Strict adherence to the Kentucky Certified Code of Ethics (704 KAR 20:680).
• Work performed while standing, sitting, or walking.
• Ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, written language, and hearing.
• Use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push or pull light objects and students up to 25 lbs.

Days and salary pursuant to district salary schedules.

• Joe Matthews, Principal, Scott County High School (040)
• Email: joe.matthewschools.us