SY History Teacher - High School

SY 26-27 History Teacher
- High School

Title:

History Teacher
- High School
- Department:
Fort Hill Community School
- Salary Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale FLSA Status:
Exempt

Site/

Location:

Fort Hill Community School

- Reports to:

Building Administrator
- Date: 06/22/2026

Position Summary

To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates long-range planning and knowledge of the student area. Completes daily written lesson plans that fulfill learning objectives consistent with LCS's curricula and SOLs. Plans for individual student differences. Works to achieve division/school/department objectives. Utilizes a variety of teaching methods. Communicates objective(s) and purpose(s) of the lesson. Utilizes various forms of technology to assist in the delivery of instruction. Provides opportunities for student responses and gives appropriate feedback to students.

Utilizes effective motivational strategies. Paces instruction to provide opportunities for student success. Delivers curriculum and instruction according to the school division guidelines. Sets communicates, and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior. Plans and makes effective use of time, materials, and resources. Organizes students for effective instruction. Demonstrates respect, consideration, and courtesy. Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas. Accepts and/or professionally offers constructive suggestions.

Maintains a learning environment that contributes to a positive school climate. Provides opportunities for success for all students. Maintains accurate records measuring student achievement. Presents data/artifacts demonstrating student growth. Analyzes test scores to establish and revise academic goals to provide instruction at the appropriate level.

Lynchburg City Schools Competencies

Honesty Integrity Ethical Equity Minded Emotional Intelligence Cultural Competence Safety Quality
- Models Excellent Customer Service Thinks Strategically Shows Initiative Acts Decisively Communicates Effectively Works Collaboratively Resolves Conflict Proactively Technical Capabilities Computer Literacy Data Analysis and Management Fiscal Planning and Management Project Management Strategic Planning

Education and Experience

Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in History or History and Social Science.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Candidates must possess strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills; must take responsibility and be independent in accomplishing all instructional and administrative objectives; and must possess the ability to work in a flexible school environment.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Travel Requirements

None

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, sit, walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel;

and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Salary:

- This is a 10-month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here:

Days:

- 200

Start Date:

-