Director of Special Education

Kentucky Department of Education

Frankfort, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Career Counseling, Communication Skills, Employment Law, Healthcare, Primary School, Record Keeping, Secondary School, Special Education, State Laws and Regulations
LOCATION
Frankfort, KY
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Organization Details

Organization Information The Christian County School District is the eleventh largest in the state of Kentucky. Our district consists of eight elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, and an expanding career and technical center Gateway Academy to Innovation and Technology. Our state-recognized model alternative programs include an Alternative School, a 21st Century Academy, and a Day Treatment Center. Our student population is diverse with at least twenty-two languages represented. In Christian County, we are transforming our educational environment to meet the ongoing demands of 21st Century learning so that all students are engaged in a high-quality equitable education and are prepared for community and global responsibilities.

Organization Website http://www.christian.kyschools.us

Organization Address 200 Glass Ave Hopkinsville, KY 42240-609

Job Details

Vacancy ID: 2025-2026 - 03759 Position Category: Director of Exceptional Children Title: Director of Special Education

Description

  1. Holds a bachelors degree and required Kentucky Department of Education certification for assigned position.
  2. Proven ability to work effectively with students.
  3. Proven ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND LETTER FROM THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES STATING THE EMPLOYEE IS CLEAR TO HIRE BASED ON NO FINDINGS OF SUBSTANTIATED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT FOUND THROUGH A BACKGROUND CHECK OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT RECORDS MAINTAINED BY THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Comments Christian County School District is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, please visit www.christian.kyschools.us

Job Requirements

  • Holds a bachelors degree and required Kentucky Department of Education certification for assigned position.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with students.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty.

Employment Details

  • Start Date: 03/24/2026
  • Posted Date: 03/10/2026
  • Vacancy Type: Full-Time
  • Grade Level: Not Applicable
  • Organization: Christian County
  • Sub Organizations: District wide
  • Subject Areas: None

Contact Information

  • Leslie Lancaster
  • 270 887-7000
  • leslie.lancaster@christian.kyschools.us

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