Middle School Science Teacher

Organization Details Organization Information The Harlan County School District is located in rural Southeastern Kentucky. The community's economy has been based primarily on coal, but diversification for adventure tourism is making significant gains. The county is home to the old-growth Blanton Forest, Pine Mountain Settlement School, Kingdom Come State Park, Kentucky Coal Mining Museum and other great attractions. The county is also home to many species of wildlife, including elk and black bear. The district is comprised of eight K-8 facilities and a 9-12 high school. Classrooms are equipped with Promethean or Smartboards. Many classrooms are equipped with sound enhancement technology to provide for enhanced learning. New programs are in place to boost student achievement. The district is a member of the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative which is the recipient of a $29 million federal Race to the Top grant. Through the Appalachian Renaissance Initiative, students and staff are receiving invaluable resources through professional development, school culture building activities and technology upgrades. The district is also a part of the federal Berea College Gear Up program designed to increase college and career readiness of students in the district. The district has numerous extra-curricular activities at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Parent involvement is encouraged. Organization Website http://www.harlan.kyschools.us/ Organization Address 251 Ball Park Rd Harlan, KY 40831 Job Details Vacancy

ID 20252026 - 07685

Position Category Middle School Classroom Instructor Title Middle School Science Teacher Description Collaborates in planning, organizing and delivering programs of instruction in the school program that support the premise that high expectations for all students are possible, also implements activities that promotes learning goals; programs and activities of KERA. Comments https://www.harlan.kyschools.us/page/employment We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Start Date 08/01/2026 Posted Date 05/14/2026 Vacancy Type Full-Time Grade Level 6-8 Middle School Organization Harlan County Sub Organization(s) Black Mountain Elementary School Subject Area(s) Biology Chemistry Earth/Space Science General Science Contact(s) Gina Cox (606) 573-4330 gina.cox@harlan.kyschools.us Jeff Phillips (606) 573-4330 jeff.phillips@harlan.kyschools.us Lealon Scott Pace (606) 573-4330 scott.pace@harlan.kyschools.us