Lead Teacher

Lead Teacher Bowling Green Independent Schools Bowling Green Learning Center - Bowling Green, Kentucky This job is also posted in Bowling Green Independent Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5746998

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

May 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description For the 2026-2027 School Year

Qualifications:

Kentucky teaching certificate (Master's Degree preferred). Three years experience and other qualifications as specified by the Superintendent and/or Board of Education.

Performance Responsibilities:

Ensure day-to-day school operations reflect culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and student-centered practices. Collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and families to foster a strong, positive school culture characterized by respect, responsibility, collaboration, and hard work. Establish and sustain a safe, highly effective, and well-organized educational environment that emphasizes teamwork in learning and problem-solving to prepare young adults to become the next generation of citizens and leaders. Utilize best practices to support newcomers in acquiring English language proficiency. Effectively address and resolve challenging situations involving students, parents, and staff. Demonstrate a willingness to engage in frequent and honest dialogue regarding job performance. Use data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement. Provide leadership in student management, including attendance, discipline, and supervision outside the classroom. Teach an elective or academic course as needed. Oversee the implementation of the instructional program to ensure all students have access to rigorous and relevant learning experiences. Supervise, coach, and support faculty and staff in implementing effective instructional and professional practices. Regularly monitor classroom instruction, conduct observations, and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement. Coordinate high-quality, ongoing professional learning to support student achievement and improve instructional practice. Manage curriculum, class schedules, assessments, graduation requirements, and all other aspects of the newcomer academic program. Organize and participate in school showcases, events, and activities conducted during and outside the school day. Implement district discipline policies and uphold exceptionally high standards of student behavior. Supervise school support systems, including academic intervention, after-school tutoring, dual enrollment, college and career counseling, and student physical and mental wellness services. Oversee school safety for students and staff, including building security, emergency procedures, and transportation regulations. Promote a healthy student culture aligned with BGISD's goals and mission through athletics, arts, and extracurricular opportunities. Organize and facilitate schoolwide gatherings, including assemblies, pep rallies, and performances. Communicate student progress to school and district leaders and families in a timely and constructive manner. Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships within the school, community, and profession to support student learning and well-being. Adhere to the professional Code of Ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Administer health services to students as necessary, including but not limited to administering medication; operating, maintaining, or providing health care through medical equipment; and performing clinical procedures as appropriate. Maintain a professional appearance. Serve as a positive public relations representative for school and district programs and activities. Maintain confidentiality regarding individual students and their families. Implement and comply with all rules, regulations, policies, administrative guidelines, and directives adopted by the Board of Education. Maintain acceptable attendance without repeated unexcused absences, tardiness, absences without notification, or abuse of sick leave. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Instructional Programs, district administrative staff, or Superintendent.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required