Multi-Categorical Special Education Teacher

Multi-Categorical Special Education Teacher, 200 days

Jefferson County Schools - Page-Jackson Elementary, Charles Town, West Virginia

Job : 5692071

Final date to receive applications: May 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

POSITION: Special Education Teacher

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT TERM: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE

SALARY: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Jefferson County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education level

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and JCBOE Evaluation Policy

JOB SUMMARY: Provide appropriate instruction, learning activities, and experiences that ensure the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate content and grade level.

• Plan and implement Jefferson County Schools’ curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives
• Develop and implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in accordance with Policy 2419
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs
• Implement 21st Century technology skills
• Monitor student progress toward achieving instructional objectives and goals on the IEPs
• Plan and implement designated co‑curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips
• Administer approved formative assessments
• Plan and implement tiered instruction for reading and math, where applicable
• Show strong working/communication skills with students, parents and peers
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning
• Meet professional responsibilities
• Maintain professional work habits and adhere to the Teacher Code of Conduct
• Implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement; includes supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by Principal

Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A‑3‑2;
Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A‑3‑10, as appropriate;
Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A‑3‑2a. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and perform repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required include close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. Noise level is low to moderate (20‑60 dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums and vocational/technical laboratories where noise levels may be moderate to loud (60‑90 dB).

Successful work history and a minimum of three supervisory references are required for consideration.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties may be performed by the individuals currently holding this position and may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type: Full-Time