Elementary Teacher; Reading Specialist- Baker-Butler Elementary School

Job Description

Elementary Teacher (Reading Specialist) for the 2026‑27 school year at Baker‑Butler Elementary School, Albemarle County Public Schools.

Starting date:
August 3, 2026.

The role involves teaching, leading, and inspiring students while supporting the district’s anti‑racism and equity initiatives.

Ideal candidates are innovative, self‑reflective, collaborative, and knowledge‑based instructional specialists who are passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps.

• Innovative, self‑reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, continually growing and improving.
• Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps.
• Prepared to engage with our culturally responsive teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement.

• Strong instructional support and mentoring from building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists.
• Wide range of professional development opportunities, including the New Teacher Academy and other learning experiences throughout the year.
• Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more.
• Opportunity to work in a close‑knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow professionally.

Situated in Charlottesville, Virginia, central Virginia provides access to outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and proximity to Washington, DC, Richmond, the Chesapeake Bay, and New York.

Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement as a Reading Specialist.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Questions? Email HR.

Position type:
Full‑time. Job categories:
Classroom Teacher >
Reading/Literacy.

Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools.