Middle School Teacher-Science P-2720

Middle School Teacher

Position:
Middle School Teacher (Grades 6 –
8)

Supervisor:
Principal/Assistant Principal

Salary:
Based on experience and education level per CBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

Length of Employment: 200 Days

The middle school teacher is assigned to deliver a comprehensive educational program in accordance with federal/state law, West Virginia Board of Education, and county policies/regulations.

Qualifications:

Holds or qualifies for a West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate endorsed for the subject and grade level indicated in this posting as applicable to this assignment.

Responsibilities:

• Implement the programs of study approved by the West Virginia Board of Education and the county Board of Education.
• Actively use a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (WVTSS) to deliver instruction.
• Maintain professional work habits to promote a collaborative, supportive learning climate.
• Utilize standards-driven instruction using approved curricula.
• Teach students to the mastery of the West Virginia College-Career-Readiness Standards specific to the grades and subject being taught.
• Create and maintain a positive classroom climate conducive to learning for all students.
• Utilize instructional management system models that increase student learning.
• Demonstrate a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter being taught.
• Communicate effectively with the educational community and parents/guardians on a regular basis (learning platforms, email, and phone).
• Demonstrate the ability to make decisions based off of available data.
• Demonstrate competence in the knowledge and implementation of technology such as Microsoft and Apple programs and apps.
• Demonstrate competence in standards-based lesson design and implementation.
• Meet Federal, State, County and School policies (State Assessment, IEP, 504, SAT plans, technology usage, attendance, grading, record keeping, supervision of students, etc.)
• Align your professional pedagogy with the school's mission, vision, core values, and goals.
• Proctor and implement state and county assessments approved by the WVDE and Cabell County Schools.
• Complete and submit all reports in a timely manner as required by law, the West Virginia Department of Education, and/or the county Board of Education.
• Report the presence of any situation that may be harmful to the health and safety of the students and/or staff.
• Identify and refer for screening and evaluation any student who has learning deficiencies.
• Advise the principal of the presence of any situation that may require immediate intervention so as not to hinder the instructional program.
• Any teacher accepting this position is mandated to report suspected abuse and neglect.
• Complete duty assignments as designated by the principal.
• Communicate to parents/guardians the progress and/or deficiencies of students.
• Accept responsibility for the behavior of the students assigned and implement PBIS as designed by the school.
• Supervise students at all times in accordance with state, county and school policies.
• Attend all faculty senate and other required meetings/PD.
• Fulfill annual continuing education requirements and attend other required training programs.
• Report student attendance as legally required and in accordance with county policy.
• Maintain and order supplies and equipment necessary for the successful operation of the instructional program.
• Accept reasonable extra duty assignments necessary for a successful school program.
• Work collaboratively with other educators to implement and utilize common formative.
• Actively participate in PLCs, collaborative teams, and grade level meetings.
• Utilize county approved online learning platforms to post grades, take attendance, enter discipline, and post assignments daily.
• Establish and maintain standards of classroom management that foster a learning environment.
• Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.
• Maintain professional work habits and responsibilities.
• Maintain and upgrade professional skills.
• Meet all professional responsibilities.
• In the event of a directive issued by the Cabell County Superintendent of Schools, instruction may be modified (ex: remote/distance learning).
• Modification of instruction may include, but not limited to:
• Conducting school-based, in-person instruction.
• Conducting instruction virtually.
• Ability to use virtual formats, using Teams, or other approved online platforms
• Ability to support instruction for students who may participate virtually, remotely, or in person
• Ability to provide support to families, virtually or by phone
• Use of documentation logs for communication as evidence of instruction.
• Anyone accepting this position is mandated to report suspected abuse and neglect
• Monitor students to ensure they are picked up by the appropriate parent or guardian