SY 26-27 SOP English Teacher

SY 26-27 SOP English Teacher

Location:

Turning Point Academy, located inside the Lynchburg Regional Juvenile Detention Center, Lynchburg, Virginia.

Job  | Final date to receive applications: posted until filled | Posted:
Apr 28, 2026 | Starting Date:
Jul 27, 2026 | Position Type:
Full-Time.

Title:

SOP English Teacher. Department:
Turning Point Academy. Salary Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale. FLSA Status:
Exempt.

Position Summary:

To plan and provide effective academic instruction and support for at‑promise youth at various academic levels and abilities who are detained or incarcerated in a secure setting.

• Works with at‑risk students at various academic/achievement levels to provide educational services comparable to those in public schools.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines.
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects with the ability to communicate these objectives effectively to students, staff, and parents.
• Maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning in a secure, restrictive setting.
• Evaluates student performance on a regular basis to assist them in setting and maintaining goals.
• Develops and maintains standards of classroom behavior.
• Establishes high expectations for students by employing a variety of instructional strategies and media.
• Performs duties as a team member on an interdisciplinary team in a professional and ethical manner.
• Maintains a positive school climate by cooperating with other staff in planning the instructional program, goals and objectives.
• Utilizes a team approach by working closely with the other teachers, detention home staff and administration.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, division policy and regulations.
• Complies with and enforces school rules, state and federal guidelines.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and other professional meetings; strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Performs other school duties and assignments as appointed.

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity‑minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

• Must hold a valid collegiate or postgraduate professional license or be eligible for a provisional license with the appropriate endorsement.
• Experience working with at‑promise youth (ages 11–18) or an alternative educational setting preferred but not required.

• Specific content area knowledge and expertise of subject matter.
• Strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility for instructional and administrative objectives.
• Capacity to work in a flexible school environment.

• No supervisory responsibilities beyond classroom management of students during the school day.

• May require travel for SOP events and professional development opportunities; typically single‑day trips with a few exceptions.

Working in the juvenile detention center requires adherence to Lynchburg City Schools and City of Lynchburg safety and security guidelines. The role requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, using hands for typing or handling tasks, and stooping, kneeling or crouching.

The teacher may be required to follow additional instructions and perform related duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator. Lynchburg City Schools and State Operated Programs reserve the right to update or revise this job description at any time.

• Salary:
  Refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales available at
• Days: 220 Days – 11 months.
• Start Date:
  
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• Job Status: OPEN.

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

• Lauren Calloway, Coordinator, Turning Point Academy, Phone: