Principal (KY) Kentucky School for the Deaf

by Amy Hislope
Published: June 2, 2026 (2 days ago)
Location
Danville, KY 40422
School Name
Kentucky School for the Deaf
School Website URL
http://www.ksd.kyschools.us
Reports To
Director of State Schools
Salary Range
See Salary Schedule on Webpage: www.ksd.kyschools.us
Position Start Date
7/1/2026
Benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment) • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Optional insurance (dental/vision) • Life insurance • Member of Kentucky Teachers Retirement System and deferred compensation options • Paid leave (emergency, sick, personal) • Paid holidays (4- each academic year) • Free financial planning program • Professional development and training opportunities • Employee resource and recognition programs • Employee wellness programs
Application Procedure
For full job posting: Please visit www.ksd.kyschools.us Application Deadline: June 9, 2026 To apply, email resumes and letters of interest to [email protected].

Under the administrative direction of the Associate Commissioner of the Office of Special Education and Early Learning (OSEEL) and the Director of the Division of State Schools, the Principal will provide leadership for planning, directing and coordinating the educational, residential, recreational, and vocational programs for all students.

Minimum Requirements:
• At the time of application, applicant must have KY principal certification or pending certification from the Education Professional Standards Board based on recent completion of preparation requirements, out-of-state preparation, or alternative routes to certification pursuant to KRS 161.027 and 161.028.
• Demonstrated successful leadership in working with students, staff, parents, and the general public.
• Three or more years of experience in curriculum and instruction development and implementation with direct experience assisting teachers and administrators in curriculum implementation required.
• Professional Certificate for Teaching Exceptional Children-Hearing Impaired, Grades Primary through 12 or the out-of-state equivalent.
• Experience in Deaf education.
• SLPI rating of Advanced or higher.