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8/9/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2603787

Houseparent II

Pay Grade
09

Salary

$2,236.16 - $2,779.52 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

1867 Frankfort Avenue
Louisville, KY 40206 USA

Description

**This is a 3rd shift position. The hours are Sunday-Thursday 11:30 pm– 7:30 am.**

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Special Education and Early Learning, Division of State
Schools, Kentucky School for the Blind (KSB) in Louisville (Jefferson County) has an opening for a Houseparent
II, 3rd Shift.

The Kentucky School of the Blind (KSB) has nearly 180 years of service whose mission is to provide
comprehensive educational services to all Kentucky students who are blind and visually impaired, Kindergarten
to age 21. KSB prides itself on helping all Kentucky students who are blind and visually impaired to develop
their talents, their skills and attitudes to become confident, competent and independent adults.

Currently KSB has a vacant Houseparent II position in the Residential Section for third shift. This position
offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, student-centered environment focused on empowering the
Blind and Visually Impaired community. The successful candidate will play an essential role in advancing KSD’s
mission and values while benefiting from the support, training, and benefits of Kentucky state government
employment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Provide care, supervision, and instruction to a unit or units of blind and visually impaired residential
students at the Kentucky School for the Blind.
Supervise students in dormitory programs to maintain accountability for student’s whereabouts, safety, and
welfare. Maintain cleanliness of rooms and clothing. Provide tutoring and homework assistance.
Escort students to and supervise in cafeteria, recreational activities, and school sponsored events.
Monitor and guide students in appropriate table manners and eating habits. Prepare dinners as needed.
As needed, supervise during emergency plan situations, i.e., inclement weather, and weekends that campus
is open.
Maintain records pertinent to dorm operations and discipline.
Aid students with personal hygiene and toileting, activities of daily living and student homework.
Provide explicit and direct instruction in life skills and activities of daily living.

Benefits and Perks:

Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional insurance (dental/vision)
Life insurance
State retirement system and deferred compensation options.
Paid leave (annual, sick, personal, military, jury, educational, etc.)
Paid holidays (12.5 days/year; 13.5 in a Presidential election year)
Free financial planning program
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible work schedules (if applicable)
Employee resource and recognition programs
Employee wellness programs

The Kentucky Department of Education participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and will
provide federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the
U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information about E-Verify, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ or contact DHS at 1-888-897-7781.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:
NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of experience working with individuals in an instructional or institutional setting.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
College may substitute for the work experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a school dormitory setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Christy Ricketts at christy.ricketts@education.ky.gov or 502-564-3716.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Headquarters

Frankfort, Kentucky

Year Founded

1792

Website

kentucky.gov

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