Fifth Grade Teachers

Job Description

Position Title: Fifth Grade Teacher

Position Type: Full-time

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

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

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

Job Summary: Provide appropriate instruction to elementary students and ensure that the students meet the learning objectives and standards for the appropriate grade level.

• Responsible for planning, implementing and assessing Jefferson County Schools’ curriculum based on WV Content Standards and Objectives
• Responsible for implementing adopted and supplemental academic programs
• Responsible for implementing 21ST Century technology skills
• Responsible for planning and implementing inclusion with special education students
• 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
• Responsible for administering approved formative and/or summative assessments
• Responsible for planning and implementing tiered instruction for reading and math
• Addresses and implements students’ IEPs and 504 Plans and recommends revisions when needed
• Adheres to JCS Grading and Achievement Policy
• Strong working/communication skills and collaboration with students, parents and peers to promote and support student learning
• May direct/support the work of aides, student teachers, and volunteers to provide an effective learning environment
• Collaborate with interventionists, share data, identify student needs, and utilize expertise to support targeted interventions.
• Fosters a safe and supportive classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Meets professional responsibilities.
• Maintains professional work habits and adheres to the Teacher Code of Conduct.
• Willing to implement any other programs designated by Principal for school improvement
• Includes supervisory and/or other duties as assigned by Principal.

Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specializations and grade levels, pursuant to WV Code §18A-3-2;
Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate;
Meet the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.

• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary content and curriculum.
• Demonstrated skills in oral and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students, peers, administrators, and parents.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions.

The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 10 pounds of materials. Specific vision abilities required include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members, maintain emotional control under stress, work effectively with others, and develop a positive relationship with students, staff, and community.

The work environment is primarily indoor educational settings with occasional outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. Noise levels are low to moderate (20-60 dB), with moderate to loud (60-90 dB) levels in gymnasiums and vocational/technical laboratories. The employee continuously interacts with colleagues, the public, vendors, school staff, and students.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.