A Lexington teacher is on administrative leave following sexual abuse charges.

Fayette County Schools confirms Thomas Steuart has been a choir teacher at Winburn Middle School.

According to the arrest citation, Steuart would invite minors to watch movies and swim at his home.

The citation also reports he inappropriately touched a minor.

Fayette County Schools released a statement to WKYT about the allegations:

"We take any allegations of this nature very seriously and would never tolerate the kind of behavior that is alleged in these charges," said Fayette County Schools spokeswoman Lisa Deffendall. "We will take any and all necessary steps to ensure the safety of our students. The employee in question has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the case."

Steuart is currently booked in the Fayette County Detention Center on a $30,000 bond.