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Job Postings in the Harlan Independent School District
Thank you for your interest in job opportunities with the Harlan Independent School District. The Harlan Independent School District is a high-performing school district that is focused on student success. Ranking among the Commonwealth's highest-performing school districts, Harlan Independent is recognized as the educational leader in our community, region, and state. With unmatched academic success, the faculty, staff, and administration are the driving force in equipping our students for a successful future. Working together, we provide an exceptional systematic educational experience for all students K3- 12th grade.
Sunshine Preschool serves three, four, and five-year-old students seeking an exciting and engaging entry-level school experience. Students in Kindergarten through fourth grade are housed at Harlan Elementary School, Harlan County’s only 5-Star rated elementary school. Harlan Middle School serves grades 5-8 and Harlan High School houses students in 9-12th grade. Harlan Middle/High School has been recognized as one of America’s Best High Schools by US News and World Report for the last 12 consecutive years. To join the Green Dragon Family and pursue an exciting career with our district you must submit several documents to be considered for vacancies.
Please use the below documents to help ensure that all paperwork is on file so that you may be considered for vacancies with the district. If you have questions, please feel free to contact 606-573-8700 option 6 Monday-Friday from 7:30 AM -4:00 PM. Only candidates who complete and submit all required paperwork will be considered for employment.
Completed applications and related paperwork must be filed in the Central Office located at 420 E. Central St. Harlan, KY 40831. You may also mail your documentation to the same address. Additionally, you may email your completed application to Harlan.jobs@harlanind.kyschools.us.
Do not submit applications to schools or individuals within the school buildings. Feel free to schedule appointments to discuss potential jobs and vacancies with Supervisors or Principals. However, you must submit all applications to the Central Office. You may deliver materials in person if that is more convenient. The Harlan Independent Board of Education is located in the parking area of Harlan High School directly adjacent to the Humanities Building. Visitor parking is available directly in front of the building with the administrative offices located on the first floor. When completing an application, please make sure all contact information is correct. We will use this information to contact you.
You may also contact Mrs. Donna Fee at 606-573-8700 option 6 for questions about any position within the district. You may download applications for certified positions (teachers, administrators) or classified positions (bus drivers, teaching aides, custodial, cafe employees, secretaries, etc.,) online by clicking the appropriate links below.
All applications require a criminal background check.
Forms
Certified Staff Application Packet (Teachers & Administrators)- If applying for an administrative position a lesson plan is not required.
Classified Support Staff Application (Cooks, Teaching Aides, Bus Drivers, Maintenance and Custodial)
Certified & Classified Salary Schedules
Employment Opportunities
Posting Date | Job Type | Job Title-# | Job Description |
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May 26, 2021 | Support/Classified | Provide leadership and oversight in digital production opportunities for students across the school district. Set up, facilitate, plan, and implement online streaming and broadcast production of school athletic events and activities. | |
July 10th, 2023 | Classified | Head Coach of High School Tennis | |
September 28th, 2023 | Classified | Assist teachers with educational instruction and monitoring students in the classroom. | |
October 19, 2023 | Classified | Prepare, cook, bake, and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned site, assist in other food preparation duties as directed, and maintain facilities in a clean and sanitary condition. | |
October 19, 2023 | Classified | Responsible for the personal needs of students, assisting teachers with educational instruction, and monitoring students. | |
November 8, 2023 | Classified | Custodial duties as assigned | |
November 8, 2023 | Para Professional | Provide instruction/leadership in the development of student-athletes and team/s in preparation for practice and competition. Foster and cultivate a healthy team culture while upholding the highest student safety standards possible. | |
January 31, 2024 | Classified | Transport students to and from school and on special trips, while operating a school bus in a safe and timely manner. The driver is responsible to the Principal(s) for time schedules and pupil discipline and responsible to the Transportation Director for safety, vehicle maintenance, and policy procedures. | |
February 13th, 2024 | Classified | Front Desk receptionist duties along with basic bookkeeping and clerical duties. Additionally, the position will serve as a bus monitor for limited preschool bus route. | |
February 27th, 2024 | Classified | Assist teacher with instruction and education of students. | |
March 20th, 2024 | Classified | Candidate serves as primary assistant to the Superintendent, District Health Insurance Coordinator, Tax Collector, and other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. |
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