Human Resources

Substitute Teaching
To be eligible for substitute teaching, you must have a minimum of 64 college credit hours with at least a 2.45 GPA or a valid Kentucky Teaching Certificate or Substitute Teaching Certificate. Your official transcripts or a copy of your teaching certificate should be submitted with your application. Applications for substitute teachers may be submitted at any time during the school year by choosing Employment Opportunities, Substitute. You will be directed to Frontline Recruit and Hire to complete the application.

Instructional Assistant
To be considered for employment as an instructional assistant by LaRue County Schools, Applicants must take and pass the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment (KPA) or provide proof of at least 60 college credit hours. Testing times can be obtained through the LaRue County Human Resources office. For more information, please contact Cindy Dunn at 270-358-7118.

Bus Driver Training
Trainings to become a bus driver are conducted at the LaRue County Schools Transportation Department. Contact Nathan Wheeler for dates, 270-358-4747.

Certified Job Descriptions
Classified Application
Classified Job Descriptions
Employee Handbook
Employment Opportunities
Substitute Handbook
Volunteer Handbook
AOC Form Background Check
Application for Fingerprint Service Code
CAN Check Instructions
IdentoGo Directions for New Staff

Staff Resources

Salary Schedules

Maternity Leave

Maternity/Adoption Leave of Absence Guidelines
Congratulations on the expected birth or adoption of your child.  To reduce your stress during this time, please take a moment to read the information below.
The first step in planning your leave is to complete the FMLA Application Form.  Completion of the form will insure FMLA information will reach you in a timely manner.  

Maternity Leave Request Form

You need to know:

  • Only 30 days of accumulated sick leave may be used within the first six (6) weeks following the birth or adoption of a child or children.

  • An additional two (2) weeks of sick leave may be used if a Caesarean section is performed and verified by a physician's statement.

  • You may not return to work without a medical release statement from your physician stating the date you may return to work.

  • You may not work in any capacity while on an approved leave of absence.

  • You must contact the Benefits Specialist within thirty (30) days of the date of the child’s birth or adoption to add dependent on health insurance.

  • If you are on leave without pay for more than five (5) days, your retirement will be affected. Contact CERS or TRS to obtain information regarding buyback options.

For HR/Health Insurance and Benefits Questions:
Cindy Dunn, 270-358-7118 or Interoffice extension 12220

For questions regarding Sick Leave Accruals:
Neysa Gardner, 270-358-7113 or Interoffice extension 11040

For questions regarding pay:
Amy Fortner, 270-358-7126 or Interoffice extension 12010

Larue County Schools Fax at Central Office 270-358-3053

To Contact Kentucky Teachers Retirement (KTRS) 1-800-618-1687

To Contact Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (CERS/KPPA) 1-800-928-4646

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q.  Why do I need to submit a physician's statement with my leave request? 

  1. A physician's statement is required if an employee is out for three (3) or more consecutive days. The physician’s statement should include the date of expected confinement.

Q.  I have been placed on bed rest and my due date is three weeks out.  What do i do?

  1. Submit a physician’s statement to the human resource office noting the date of confinement.

Q.  May I request donated days?

  1. Yes. Donated days may only be requested when an employee has missed ten (10) consecutive days without pay and when the request is accompanied by a physician’s statement.

Q.  What if I have complications?

  1. If you experience complications, or if the baby has complications, and you need to extend your leave, contact the HR office. You may extend your leave beyond six (6) weeks with a physician’s statement.

Certified Evaluations - NEW for 25-26!!

Certified Evaluation Plan

Certified Evaluation Plan for 25-26

Teacher & Other Professional Evaluation Forms

Modified CEP Timeline for Teachers and Other Professionals

LCS Certified Evaluation Form Links:

These links include the self-reflection, professional growth plan, and pre-observation forms all within one google sheet.
When you open the link, you will be forced to MAKE A COPY. Follow the instructions on TAB 1 to RENAME and SHARE the google sheet with your supervisor.
The other notes on TAB 1 will help you navigate the google sheet to complete each form.
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for TEACHERS
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for GUIDANCE COUNSELORS
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for LIBRARY-MEDIA SPECIALISTS

LCS Observation & Summative Forms:

Teacher--1 Year Cycle                                Teacher--5 Year Cycle
Guidance Counselor--1 Year Cycle           Guidance Counselor--5 Year Cycle
Library Media Specialist--1 Year Cycle      Library Media Specialist--5 Year Cycle

Administrator Evaluation Forms 

Group 1 District Certified Staff Standards Guide 
Group 2 District Certified Staff Standards Guide
Modified CEP Timeline for Principals 
Modified CEP Timeline for District Certified Staff 

LCS Certified Evaluation Form Links:

These links include the self-reflection, professional growth plan, student growth goal, and working conditions goal (principal only) all within one google sheet.
When you open the link, you will be forced to MAKE A COPY. Follow the instructions on TAB 1 to RENAME and SHARE the google sheet with your supervisor.
The other notes on TAB 1 will help you navigate the google sheet to complete each form.
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for PRINCIPALS & DISTRICT CERTIFIED STAFF GROUP 1
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for DISTRICT CERTIFIED STAFF GROUP 2
LCS CEP Forms 25-26 for SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

LCS Site Visit & Summative Forms:

Principal & District Certified Staff Group 1—1 Year Cycle Principal & District Certified Staff Group 1—5 Year Cycle
District Certified Staff Group 2—1 Year Cycle District Certified Staff Group 2—1 Year Cycle
School Psychologist—1 Year Cycle  School Psychologist—5 Year Cycle