Social Studies Teacher

Job Description

Title: Secondary Teacher

Location: Jefferson County Schools, JEFFERSON HIGH – Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Employment Term: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18–5–45; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE.

Salary: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Jefferson County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with verified years of experience relevant to position and education level.

Evaluation: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5310, and JCBOE Evaluation Policy.

Job Summary: Provides appropriate instruction, learning activities, and experiences that ensure all students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate content and grade level.

• Plan and implement WV content standards and high-quality secondary learning objectives, instructing students using effective instructional strategies and providing appropriate learning experiences, with high expectations for all.
• Implement adopted and supplemental academic programs.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small‑group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Contribute as a member of the relevant, assigned department or program.
• Keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports; collaborate with interventionists, share data, identify student needs, and utilize expertise to support targeted interventions.
• Analyze data to improve instruction and model instructional strategies that promote student achievement.
• Communicate with parents through a variety of means, including conferences, to discuss student progress and interpret academic program objectives and requirements.
• Provide learning experiences designed to meet individual needs through individual and/or group instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in and out of the classroom by providing a safe and secure environment.
• Maintain and monitor an effective learning environment free of hazard, ridicule, and prejudice.
• Assist with student management throughout the building, grounds, and other JCS facilities.
• Coordinate parent/teacher and student/teacher conferences to review student performance, behavior, and other issues.
• Perform various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner.
• Comply with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, breaches of ethics, or any criminal activity of which the employee becomes aware.
• Effectively communicate with students, parents, and other stakeholders via verbal and written communication.
• Be accountable for individual student achievement and provide grades in accordance with the school’s grading policy and procedures.
• Plan and implement designated co‑curricular activities and/or programs at the school such as curricular fairs, awards programs, and field trips.
• Provide strong working and communication skills with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Meet professional responsibilities and maintain professional work habits in accordance with the Employee Code of Conduct.
• Willing to implement and participate in programs and activities designated by the principal for school improvement.
• Adhere to and, when appropriate, enforce School Board policies.
• Maintain a professional development plan according to district policies and strive to improve professional competencies.
• Include supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by the Principal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and university.

Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels of the assigned endorsement area, pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2.

Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code…