Art Teacher, 200 days

Art Teacher, 200 days

Jefferson County Schools CHARLES TOWN MIDDLE - Charles Town, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job : 5858022

Final date to receive applications: Aug 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION: Secondary Teacher

IMMEDIATESUPERVISOR: Principal

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Pursuant to West Virginia Code, if a current JCS employee is selected as a finalist for this position, the employee is not eligible to transfer until the 2026–2027 school year.

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 verified years of experience relevant to position 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: Provides appropriate instruction, learning activities, and experiences that ensure all students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate content and grade level.

MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for planning and implementing WV content standards and high-quality secondary learning objectives, instructing students using effective instructional strategies and providing appropriate learning experiences, with high expectations for all.
• Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Participate as a contributing member of the relevant, assigned department or program.
• Keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports as assigned. Collaborate with interventionists, share data, identify student needs, and utilize expertise to support targeted interventions.
• Analyzes data to improve instruction and models instructional strategies which promote student achievement.
• Communicate with parents through a variety of means, including conferences, to discuss student progress and interpret academic program objectives and requirements
• Provide learning experiences designed to meet individual needs through individual and/or group instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in and out of the classroom by providing a safe and secure environment.
• Maintains and monitors an effective learning environment free of hazard, ridicule and prejudice.
• Assists with student management throughout the building, grounds and/or other JCS facilities.
• Coordinates parent/teacher and student/teacher conferences to review student performance, behavior, and other issues.
• Performs various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner.
• Complies with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, breaches of ethics, or any criminal activity of which the employee becomes aware.
• Effectively communicates with students, parents, and other stakeholders via verbal and written communication
• Be accountable for individual student achievement and provide grades in accordance with the school's grading policy and procedures.
• May be responsible for planning and implementing designated co-curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs, and field trips
• Provides strong working/communication skills with students, parents, peers, and the community
• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Meets professional responsibilities and maintains professional work habits adhering to the Employee Code of Conduct.
• Willing to implement and participate in programs and activities designated by the principal for school improvement
• Adhere to and, when appropriate, enforce School Board policies.
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