English​/Social Studies Teacher

Teacher

Position:
Teacher

Immediate Supervisor:
Principal

FLSA/Contract Status:
Exempt

Employment Term:
Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18-5-45; extended employment terms may be established by the Mineral County Board of Education.

Salary:
Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-2, in accordance with Mineral County Teacher Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience 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 Mineral County Board of Education Evaluation Policy.

Job Summary:

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

Performance Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of WV College and Career Readiness, district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Uses 21st Century Technology skills to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Delivers rigorous instruction to all students.
• Prepares lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by WVDE and board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conducts assessment of student learning styles and uses results to support school-wide academic performance goals and instructional activities.
• Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Works with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Helps students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student achievement through formative and informative testing.
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Sponsors, plans and implements co-curricular activities/programs, such as curricular fairs, awards programs, and/or field trips as designated by the principal.
• Maintains positive role model for students.
• Supports mission of school district.
• Creates classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Manages student behavior in accordance with WV Board of Education Policy 4373 (Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools) and student handbook.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Establishes and maintains open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers to support student learning.
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participates in staff development activities to improve Standards of Practice for self and colleagues.
• Keeps informed and complies with state, district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compiles, maintains and files all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Adheres to Employee Code of Conduct as outlined in Mineral County School's Policy 3210.
• Performs other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by the Superintendent and/or immediate supervisor(s).

Qualifications:

• Valid teaching certificate licensing the individual to teach in the specialization 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.
• Meets the qualifications outlined in WV Code §18A-3-2a.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able…