Teacher - Elementary Education

Middlesex County School District
Middlesex Elementary School - Locust Hill, Virginia

Position: Elementary Teacher
Position Summary: Performs intermediate professional work providing teaching and training services to students in general instruction or specialized subject areas, motivating students to develop skills in assigned subject matters and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under moderate supervision of the Department Head/Head Teacher and school principal. Limited supervision is exercised over paraprofessionals.

Job Type: Full‑time
Contract: 200 days
FLSA Status: Exempt
Starting Date: Aug 3 2026

• Teaches in a primary, elementary, middle, high, or vocational school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning.
• Teaches a broad range of subjects or specialized subject matter specified by state law and school regulations; motivates students to achieve maximum potential.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; develops individual programs for special‑needs students.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
• Integrates subject‑area content and technology.
• Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students; develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
• Assesses and evaluates students’ needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; establishes and maintains standards of behavior.
• Formulates and implements behavior‑modification programs for special‑needs students.
• Identifies student needs; assists with assessment of needs.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with established procedures.
• Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas.
• Evaluates students’ progress; maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports; communicates with students, counselors, and parents through conferences and other means.
• Maintains professional competence through in‑service education and self‑selected professional reading.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional materials.
• Assists with extracurricular activities and field trips as assigned.
• Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship as required.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Thorough knowledge of the subject(s) taught; primary, elementary, middle, high school, or special education principles, practices, and procedures; principles and methodology of effective teaching; school system rules, regulations, and procedures; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; skill in the use of personal computers and related software; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, and parents.

Bachelor’s degree with coursework in assigned specialty area, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; standing, speaking, hearing, and hand use; frequent walking; occasional sitting and repetitive motions; close, distance, and peripheral vision required; vocal communication for expression of ideas and instructions; hearing and fine‑grained sound perception required; preparing and analyzing written or computer data; occasional exposure to blood‑borne pathogens with possible protective equipment; moderate noise environment (e.g., business office, playground, classroom).

Principal

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.