Social Studies Teacher

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Social Studies
• Date Posted: 10/15/2025
• Location:
  
  Summers County Comprehensive High School

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

QUALIFICATIONS: Holds appropriate certification in assigned field

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 200 days

SALARY: Per County Scale

• Plan and implement Summers County Schools' standards‑based curriculum based on applicable state standards.
• Set high classroom standards of academic achievement and behavior.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs in alignment with state standards.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
• Strive to implement the school and district philosophy and goals of education and instruction through instruction and action.
• Be accountable for individual student achievement.
• Implement technology skills.
• Implement applicable accommodations and modifications documented with students' Individualized Education Program (IEP), 504 Plan, SAT, medical accommodations or other relevant documentation.
• Plan and implement a collaborative model with special education students and teachers.
• May be responsible for planning & implementing designated co‑curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs and field trips.
• Implement teaching methods that address learners at all levels and with unique needs.
• Maintain confidentiality as stated by county, state, and federal law.
• Maintain accurate records as required by county, state, and federal law.
• Display strong working/communication skills and availability with students, parents and peers.
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by principal for school improvement.
• Includes supervisory and/or other job related duties as assigned by principal or superintendent. Maintain and upgrade professional skills.
• Attends faculty meetings.
• Provide for own professional growth through a variety of methods including but not limited to reading, coursework, seminars, and conferences.
• Maintain professional work habits.
• Supervise students at all times.
• All other duties as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or designee.

The expectations for teacher performance are based upon the West Virginia Professional Teaching Standards. The seven standards by which teacher performance is measured are as follows:

• Demonstrate a deep and extensive knowledge of the subject matter.
• Design standards‑driven instruction using state‑approved curricula.
• Use a balanced assessment approach to guide student learning.

• Understand and respond to the unique characteristics of learners.
• Establish and maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment.
• Establish and maintain a learner‑centered culture.

• Utilize a variety of research‑based instructional strategies.
• Motivate and engage students in learning, problem solving and collaboration.
• Adjust instruction based on a variety of assessments and student responses.

• Engage in professional development for self‑renewal that guides continuous examination and improvement of professional practice.
• Actively engage in collaborative learning opportunities for self‑renewal with colleagues.

• Participate in school‑wide collaborative efforts to support the success of all students.
• Work with parents, guardians, families and community entities to support student learning and well‑being.
• Promote practices and policies that improve school environment and student learning.

• The work of the teacher results in measurable progress of student learning and state‑approved curricula.

• Demonstrate professional conduct as defined in law, policy and procedure at the state,