Social Studies Teacher Job Amherst Virginia USA,Education / Teaching

Location: Amherst

Social Studies Teacher

Amherst County School District Amherst Middle School - Amherst, Virginia

Job Details

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Reports to: Principal and Assistant Principal

General Definition of Work: To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child

Essential Functions

To guide the learning activities of each student and to provide learning situations suitable for each student
To provide for the safety, health and well-being of each pupil in any situation in which students are committed to the teacher’s care
To maintain the classroom and atmosphere which encourages learning
To evaluate each student and to report progress to parents
To become informed about and to comply with the policies and regulations of the school division and of the local school
To maintain the neatness and proper care of the classroom, equipment and materials
To keep essential records necessary for the efficient operation of the school
To keep abreast of recent developments in education and to show evidence of continuing professional growth
To contribute to the success of the school by maintaining interest in and developing knowledge of the total school program
To participate in the decision‑making process of the school, particularly those decisions related to curriculum content or change
To maintain a cooperative attitude toward all school personnel
To serve as a public relations agent for the school and the school system
To cooperate with approved community groups in matters related to the welfare of the students
To perform such duties as are necessary for the efficient and successful operation of the school system
To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or his/her designee
Make reports to the principal relative to student injuries, hazardous or dangerous conditions prevailing where students are engaged in activities known or suspected child abuse, and other areas that normally concern the teacher and school officials

Education and Job Experience

Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule

License/Endorsements

Valid certification to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned

Contract Period: 10 months

FLSA Status: Exempt

Amherst County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full‑Time

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