2026-2027: Exceptional Child Teacher (.5 LBD)/ .5 ECE Instructional Coach

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 695-6700

JOB TITLE

Exceptional Child Instructional Coach

REPORTS TO

Director of Special Education

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Certified Salary Schedule

Increment/Extended Days

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

200

EXEMPT STATUS

Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

2210

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Certified

DATE APPROVED

May 12, 2025

BASIC FUNCTION

Provide instructional support to teachers in the implementation of "best practice" strategies in Literacy (Reading and Writing), Math, and Behavior. Complete due process forms correctly and accurately, schedule and chair ARCs according to policies and procedures/timelines

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the instructional development of teachers of students with disabilities through modeling, co-teaching, coaching cycles, co-planning related to instructional strategies, classroom/behavior management, student engagement, intervention strategies, etc.

Work with teachers of students with disabilities to problem solve and develop appropriate learning experiences/modifications; including differentiating instruction in resource and co-teaching settings.

Assists in adapting instructional and behavioral support materials for students with disabilities

Assists teachers with the transition of students with disabilities from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, and high school to post-secondary programs

Informally observe (non-evaluative) lessons and provide specific feedback for a teacher''s. professional growth and students'' success

Observe teachers of students with disabilities in a non-evaluative manner, looking for data related to critical teaching behaviors, fidelity to scientifically proven best practice, student behavior and performance and additional specific teacher concerns.

Assist teachers of students with disabilities with resources materials, tools, information, etc. to support classroom instruction and planning new resources

Support teachers of students with disabilities and administrators in using data to improve instructional on all levels

Maintains open communication with assigned teachers and principals

Consistently demonstrate knowledge of current best practices related to coaching teachers and utilizes these best practice instructional coaching methodologies/strategies when working with teachers

Develop the teacher knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors through a variety of professional development at both school and district level

Attend meetings or conferences as needed to grow own professional growth for position

Collect data at the school level and assist with on-going review and analysis of school data related to achievement gaps of special education population

Participates in decision making for program planning and development of individual education programs aimed at improving individual student achievement

Provide input for effective scheduling to maximize student access to general curriculum

Assists school and district personnel in adherence to timelines

Perform such other duties as assigned by the Exceptional Child Director.

Personal Qualities Needed:

• Demonstrates initiative in problem solving and completion of tasks.
• Maintains self-control and decorum in the full range of professional activities.
• Demonstrates an ability to accomplish tasks under pressure.
• Shows respect for others through use of courtesy and tact.
• Models and promotes high standards of professional ethics, honesty, and integrity.
• Prioritizes and follows through on tasks.
• Provides an open climate for communication.
• Expresses ideas orally in an effective manner.
• Communicates effectively in writing.
• Demonstrates efficient time management skills, including, but not limited to following established routines, task completion, and following timelines.
• Communicates recommendations and/or suggestions clearly to all persons involved.
• In the various areas of due process including referral, timelines, ARC procedures, Least Restrictive Environment, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of successful teaching experience as a special education, speech pathologist, or school psychologist preferred
• Formal experience in mentoring teachers in effective instructional and assessment strategies.
• Bachelor's degree required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for Professional Personnel.