Structured Unit Special Education Teacher

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

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - STRUCTURED UNIT
JOHN G. CARLISLE
DATE POSTED: 05/18/2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Building Principal SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  • 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.
  • Perform 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: Based on rank and experience CONTRACT: 185 Days 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

• Complete the online application at: Covington Independent Schools - Frontline Recruitment (applitrack.com).
• 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 [email protected] .
• For information regarding the position contact Jaren Finney at [email protected] or
• Misti Carr at [email protected] or
• Tara Bell at [email protected]
• This position will be filled as soon as possible following the application deadline. All applications will be evaluated and screened.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

56-2627-110 (1453)